What is the literacy rate among males in India according to the Literacy Rate 2011 census?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 82.14%.
According to the 2011 Census of India, the literacy rate among males was 82.14%. This figure reflects the percentage of males aged 7 and above who were able to read and write with understanding in any language. The national literacy rate during the same census stood at 74.04%, with a noticeable gender gap in literacy rates. While the male literacy rate was higher, the female literacy rate was recorded at 65.46%. Efforts to improve literacy, particularly for women, have been a focal point for various educational initiatives in India since then.