Correct option is D
The Correct Answer is: (d) 10.42 crores
Explanation:
As per the Census 2011, the total population of Scheduled Tribes (STs) in India was approximately 10.42 crore, constituting about 8.6% of the country's total population.
As per the Census 2011, the total population of Scheduled Tribes (STs) in India was approximately 10.42 crore, constituting about 8.6% of the country's total population.
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Urban ST Population: Approximately 2.8% of the urban population.
State with Highest ST Population: Madhya Pradesh (14.7% of India's total ST population).
Lakshadweep has the highest percentage of STs relative to its total population.
The sex ratio among STs is 990 females per 1000 males, higher than the national average.
STs predominantly reside in rural areas, with 11.3% of the rural population belonging to Scheduled Tribes.
Literacy rate among STs is 59%, which is below the national average of 73%.
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