The reference date for the census 2027 for the Union Territory of Ladakh shall be ______.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 4 (October 1, 2026)
Explanation:
As per the special guidelines for the upcoming Census of India, the reference date for Census 2027 for the Union Territory of Ladakh has been set as October 1, 2026. For snow-covered and remote areas like Ladakh, the reference date is set differently from the rest of the country (where it is usually March 1) to avoid weather challenges during winter.
Additional Facts
Importance of the Reference Date: It is the fixed time at which the population is counted (e.g., where the person was present on that day).
Remote areas of Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh: Census work in these areas is often completed before the main stages.
Census 2027: After technical reasons and delays, India's next digital census process is targeted to be completed around 2027.
Possible Questions for Upcoming Exams
In which year was the first census conducted in India?
(Answer: 1872, during the reign of Lord Mayo)
When did regular (every 10 years) censuses begin?
(Answer: 1881, during the reign of Lord Ripon)
According to the 2011 Census, which state in India has the lowest population density?
(Answer: Arunachal Pradesh)