Which of the following statements is true about the number of ‘million-plus cities’ in India during 2001 to 2011?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Increased from 35 to 53.
According to Census data, the number of ‘million-plus cities’ in India—cities with a population of over one million—increased from 35 in 2001 to 53 in 2011. This growth reflects the rapid pace of urbanisation and population expansion across Indian cities during that decade. The increase in such urban centres indicates rising migration, economic development, and expansion of urban infrastructure in many parts of the country, especially in metropolitan and tier-2 cities.