is the total process of collecting, compiling, analyzing and disseminating demographic, economic and social data pertaining, at a specific time, of all persons in a country or a well-defined part of a country.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Population Census.
· A Population Census is the total process of collecting, compiling, analyzing, and disseminating demographic, economic, and social data, pertaining to all persons in a country at a specific time.
· It is conducted periodically, typically every 10 years, to gather information such as population size, density, distribution, and various socio-economic characteristics.
· The data collected during the census is crucial for planning and implementing government policies, resource allocation, and decision-making.
· A population census provides a snapshot of the population structure and helps track changes over time.
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· The first modern census was conducted in the United States in 1790.
· In India, the first systematic population census was conducted in 1872.
· The Population Census is essential for determining the population growth rate, literacy rate, employment patterns, and other vital statistics used in policy formulation.