Absolute Number of Illiterates
Despite increased literacy rates, the absolute number of illiterates in India is as much as:
- India's current population
- India's population at the time of independence — Correct Answer
- Half of India's current population
- One-fourth of India's population
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The absolute number of illiterates is as much as India's population at the time of independence.
Key Points:
- Education for all is still a distant dream.
- Need to achieve cent per cent adult literacy.
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