​According to the 2011 Census, what was the male literacy rate in India?

Correct option is B

​The correct answer is (b) 82.14%

Explanation:

As per Census 2011, the male literacy rate in India was 82.14%. This data reflects the percentage of literate males aged seven and above who can read and write with understanding in any language.

Information Booster:

Key Highlights from Census 2011 – Literacy in India

• National Literacy Rate:
• Overall: 74.04%
  
• Female literacy: 65.46%

Top States/UTs by Literacy Rate:

• Kerala: Highest with 93.91%
• Lakshadweep: 92.28%
• Mizoram: 91.58%

Bottom States in Literacy – Census 2011

• Bihar: Lowest literacy rate in India – 63.82%
• Arunachal Pradesh: Second lowest – 66.95%
• Rajasthan: Third lowest – 67.06%