Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) 919.
· The sex ratio of early childhood (0-6 years) according to the 2011 Census of India is 919 females per 1000 males.
Key Points:
· Definition:
· The child sex ratio (0-6 years) refers to the number of females per 1000 males in the early childhood age group.
· Child Sex Ratio in India (2011):
· The child sex ratio in 2011 was 919 females per 1000 males, marking a decline compared to 927 in 2001.
· State-wise Data:
· Highest Child Sex Ratio (2011): Mizoram ( 971 females per 1000 males).
· Lowest Child Sex Ratio (2011): Haryana ( 830 females per 1000 males).
· Overall Sex Ratio (2011 Census):
· The overall sex ratio for the entire population (all age groups) was 940 females per 1000 males.