As per census 2011, which union territory of India has the highest literacy rate?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The Correct answer is option 3 i.e. Lakshwadeep
- According to the 2011 Census, Lakshadweep has the highest literacy rate among India's union territories.
- The literacy rate is 92.28%.
- Lakshadweep also has the highest female literacy rate among union territories, at 88.25%.
- India's overall literacy rate is 74.04%, with 82.14% for males and 65.46% for females.
- Kerala has the highest literacy rate in the country, at 93.91%.