According to the Census of India 2011, which Union Territory recorded the lowest literacy rate?

Correct option is C

·  As per the Census of India 2011, Dadra and Nagar Haveli recorded the lowest literacy rate among all Union Territories, with a literacy rate of 76.2%.

·  This was lower compared to other Union Territories, despite significant improvements in literacy over the years.

1. Lakshadweep: 92.3%
2. Puducherry: 85.8%
3. Daman and Diu: 87.1%

• Literacy rates are calculated based on the proportion of literate individuals aged 7 years and above in the total population.
• Dadra and Nagar Haveli's low literacy rate can be attributed to its predominantly tribal population and lack of adequate educational infrastructure in earlier decades.

• Lakshadweep : It had one of the highest literacy rates at 92.3%.
• Puducherry : Puducherry also had a relatively high literacy rate of 85.8%.
• Daman and Diu: With a literacy rate of 87.1%, Daman and Diu were ahead of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.