According to the 2011 Census of India, at all India level, the adult (15+ years) literacy rate is______________.

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (c) 69.3 percent

Explanation:
According to the 2011 Census of India, the adult literacy rate (for individuals aged 15 years and above) at the national level is 69.3 percent. The literacy rate is calculated based on the ability of individuals to read and write with understanding in any language. This figure indicates progress in literacy but also highlights the need for further improvement, especially in rural and underprivileged regions.

Key Facts:
● The overall literacy rate in India (for all ages) was 74.04 percent in 2011.
● Male literacy rate: 82.14 percent, Female literacy rate: 65.46 percent.
● Kerala has the highest literacy rate (94 percent), while Bihar has the lowest (61.8 percent).
● The adult literacy rate measures education progress beyond school-going age, reflecting lifelong learning efforts.
● Improvements in literacy are linked to national development, economic growth, and social empowerment.