According to census 2011, the literacy rate of India is ______.

Correct option is B

74.04 percent
· The results of 2011 census reveal that there has been an increase in literacy in the country. The literacy rate in the country is 74.04 per cent, 82.14 for males and 65.46 for females.
· As per the 2011 census, among states, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 47%. The male and female literacy rate is the lowest in Bihar (male: 71.2%, female: 51.5%) and highest in Kerala (male: 96.1%, female 92.1%). Further Reading: Census of India 2011 – 15th Census of India.