According to Central Birth and Registration Act, 1969, an event of death is required to be registered in–

Correct option is A

Sol. As per the Central Births and Deaths Registration Act, 1969, a death must be registered within 21 days from the date of its occurrence. If delayed beyond this period, the family must provide an affidavit and approval from the local registrar or magistrate. Timely registration ensures issuance of the death certificate and helps in demographic statistics and legal procedures.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) 21 days – Correct Answer. This is the officially mandated period under the law for registration of death events across India.
· (b) 7 days – This is the ideal period recommended for quick registration but not the legal maximum limit.
· (c) 10 days – Not aligned with official regulation. Could be a local recommendation in some states, but not the national rule.
· (d) 14 days – Falls short of the legal period. No provision mandates death registration to be completed within this time nationally.