How many total districts were covered in the India's Socio Economic and Caste Census (SECC) 2011 survey?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
- The Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) 2011 was conducted on a comprehensive scale across the entire country.
- This survey covered all the states and Union Territories of India.
- At that time, a total of 640 districts existed in the country as administrative units.
- The survey was organized on this very basis.
- Detailed data regarding rural and urban households was collected in each district.
- This information served as a crucial foundation for poverty alleviation and social welfare schemes.
- A total of 640 districts were covered in the SECC 2011 survey.