Which of the following states has the lowest female literacy rate, as per Census 2011?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Bihar
According to the 2011 Census, Bihar has the lowest female literacy rate among the given states.
Bihar's female literacy rate stood at approximately 51.5%, which was the lowest in the country. To provide context, the female literacy rates for the other states in the options were:
Rajasthan: 52.12%
Jharkhand: 55.4%
Arunachal Pradesh: 57.7%
The 2011 Census highlighted the significant disparities in female education across India, with Bihar showing the most urgent need for improvement in this area.