The Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) 2011 conducted by the government of India ranked households in how many categories?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Three.
The Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) 2011 conducted by the Government of India ranked households in 3 categories:
- Households based on socio-economic status: These were classified based on criteria like income, assets, and living conditions, such as whether they were landless, dependent on manual labor, or had a better standard of living.
- Caste-based classification: This included households based on their caste, providing insights into social inequality.
- Special categories: These included households that were vulnerable or had members with disabilities or other specific needs.
This classification helped target government welfare programs effectively.