As per the 2001 Census, what is the specific age, for a person to be called literate?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 7Years.
As per the 2001 Census of India, a person is considered literate if they are aged 7 years or above and can read and write with understanding in any language. It does not require formal education or schooling; the ability to simply read and write meaningfully is sufficient. This definition helps in capturing basic literacy across diverse populations, including those who may have learned informally. Children below 7 years are not assessed for literacy, as they are considered too young to have acquired these skills. This standard was used uniformly across India during the 2001 Census to measure literacy rates.