Infant Mortality Rate – Colonial India
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Question (English)
What was the infant mortality rate in India during the colonial period?
- About 100 per thousand
- About 150 per thousand
- About 218 per thousand ✓ Correct
- About 28 per thousand
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The infant mortality rate was about 218 per thousand during the colonial period.
Key Comparison:
- Colonial IMR: 218 per thousand
- Present IMR: 28 per thousand
Other Demographic Indicators — Colonial Period:
- Life expectancy: 32 years (present: 69 years)
- Overall literacy: Less than 16%
- Female literacy: About 7%
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