According to the 2011 census, the sex ratio (females per 1000 males) is ________.

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) 943.
· The sex ratio in India, as per the 2011 Census, is 940 females per 1000 males.
· However, since the options in the question list a slightly different value, the closest value to the actual ratio is 943, which reflects the general trend of a relatively low but improving female-to-male ratio over time.
· The ratio increased from 933 females per 1000 males in the 2001 Census, marking gradual progress in gender balance in the country.
· This statistic is a key demographic indicator used to gauge gender equality in a population.
Additional Information:
· The 2011 Census reported a population of 1.21 billion people, with 940 females for every 1,000 males.
· In comparison, the sex ratio in urban areas is generally lower than in rural areas due to migration patterns and differences in gender preferences.
· Additionally, states such as Kerala and Karnataka have higher sex ratios, while states like Haryana and Uttar Pradesh have relatively lower ones, contributing to the national average.