Correct option is D
The correct answer is: (d) Mizoram and Tripura
Explanation:
· As per Census 2011, among the Seven Sister states of North-East India, Mizoram and Tripura recorded the highest literacy rates.
· Mizoram had a literacy rate of 91.58%, while Tripura followed closely with 87.75%.
· These states outperformed others in the region due to better access to education, active community participation, and strong emphasis on school enrollment.
Information Booster:
· Mizoram: Literacy rate of 91.58% (second highest in India after Kerala).
· Tripura: Literacy rate of 87.75% as per Census 2011.
· Arunachal Pradesh had the lowest among the seven sisters (~66.95%).
· The national average literacy rate in 2011 was 74.04%.
· The North-East region has shown continuous improvement in education.
· Census 2011 defines literacy as the ability to read and write with understanding in any language.