Read the following statements given below:

(a) The 2011 Census shows marginal increase in population growth rate since 2001 in India.
(b) The absolute increase in urban population exceeded the absolute increase in rural population in India.
(c) The sex ratio has decreased in the 2011 Census from 2001.
(d) The literacy rate has improved in the 2011 Census since 2001.

Select the correct answer from the given options:

Correct option is D

• Total Population:1.21 billion (growth rate: 17.64% from 2001).
• Urban vs Rural Growth:Urban population growth exceeded rural for the first time.
• Sex Ratio: Improved from 933 (2001) to 940 (2011).
• Literacy Rate: Increased to 74.04% (Male: 82.14%, Female: 65.46%).

Statement (a) – False 

• The 2011 Census actually shows a decline in the population growth rate from 21.54% (2001) to 17.64% (2011).
• Hence, population growth rate did not increase but rather decreased.

Statement (c) – False 

• The sex ratio actually improved from 933 females per 1000 males (2001) to 940 females per 1000 males (2011).
• Hence, this statement is incorrect.