The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) measures the number of students enrolled in higher education as a percentage of the eligible population aged between:

Correct option is C

The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in higher education is the percentage of students enrolled in higher education (college or university) relative to the eligible population aged between 18 to 23 years.
Thus, the correct answer is (c) 18 to 23 years.
Information Booster:
1. Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) is a measure used by international organizations, such as UNESCO, to evaluate the participation level in higher education.
2. It is calculated by dividing the number of students enrolled in higher education by the population in the eligible age group (18 to 23 years in India) and multiplying by 100.
3. GER helps in assessing the access to higher education and the reach of education policies in a country.
4. Increasing GER is a goal in many countries, as it indicates greater access to higher education, which is associated with improved economic and social outcomes.