What was India’s population growth rate (in percentage) during 2001-2011?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) 17.64%.
· During the decade from 2001 to 2011, India recorded a population growth rate of 17.64%, as per the Census of India.
· This rate reflects the percentage increase in the country’s population over this 10-year period.
· The rate indicates a decline from the previous decade’s growth rate (1991-2001), showing that population growth in India was starting to slow down, partly due to family planning measures and increased awareness about smaller family norms.
Additional Information:
· Growth Rate Decline: The 17.64% growth rate was a reduction compared to the previous decade's rate of 21.54%, reflecting India’s efforts to control its population growth.
· Census of India: Conducted every 10 years, the Census provides essential data on demographic changes, which help in policy-making and resource allocation.