For the purpose of Census 2011, a person aged ______ and above, who can both read and write with understanding in any language, was treated as literate.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Seven.
1. According to the Census 2011 data, a person aged 7 years and above who can read and write with understanding in any language is treated as literate.
2. Literacy is considered very important for the quality of a population because of the following:
(a) Only a well-informed and educated citizen can make intelligent choices and undertake research and development projects.
(b) Low levels of literacy are a serious obstacle to economic improvement.