Which of the following states registered the highest growth rate in population during 2001 - 2011?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Meghalaya.
According to the 2011 census, Meghalaya registered the highest population growth rate in India during the period 2001-2011, with a growth rate of 27.80%.
The population growth of India as per the 2011 Census was:
- Total population in 2011: 1,210.9 million (1.211 billion).
- Absolute increase: About 182.2 million people
- Male growth rate: ~17.19%
- Female growth rate: ~18.12%