What is the child sex ratio in India in the 2011 Census?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 919 females per 1000 males.
In the 2011 Census of India, the child sex ratio (CSR) was recorded as 919 females per 1,000 males. The child sex ratio refers to the number of females per 1,000 males in the age group of 0-6 years. This ratio reflects the gender imbalance at birth and during early childhood, and it has been a concern due to the declining trend compared to previous decades. The 2011 figure highlighted ongoing issues related to gender discrimination and selective practices.