Beginning of Regular Census in India
The Census of India has been regularly conducted every ten years since which year?
- 1901
- 1871
- 1881 — Correct Answer
- 1951
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The Census is being regularly conducted every ten years since 1881.
Key Census Facts for Competitive Exams:
- Regular decennial Census started: 1881
- First Census after Independence: 1951
- Last Census held: 2011
- Census data is published by: Registrar General of India (RGI)
- Census 1901 population: 23.83 crore
- Census 2001 population: 102.87 crore
- Census 2011 population: 121.09 crore
📚 About this Topic — CH-2: Collection of Data
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