Census Interval in British India
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Question (English)
Census operations in British India were carried out at what interval?
- Every 5 years
- Every 10 years ✓ Correct
- Every 15 years
- Every 20 years
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Census operations were carried out every ten years (decennial), starting from 1881.
Key Points:
- First census (1881) revealed unevenness in population growth.
- This practice of decennial census continues in India today.
- 1921 is the demographic divide year.
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