Lowest Female Literacy State 2011

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Which state had the lowest female literacy rate in 2011 among major Indian states?

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Which state had the lowest female literacy rate in 2011 among major Indian states?

  1. Bihar
  2. Rajasthan ✓ Correct
  3. Uttar Pradesh
  4. Jharkhand
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

Rajasthan had the lowest female literacy rate at 52.7% in 2011 among major Indian states.

Key Points:
  • Bihar's female literacy was 53.3%, slightly higher than Rajasthan.
  • Jharkhand had 56.2% and Uttar Pradesh had 59.3%.
  • Kerala had the highest female literacy at 92.0%.
  • The gap between highest and lowest female literacy was about 39 percentage points.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A. Bihar: Had 53.3% — low but not the lowest.
  • C. Uttar Pradesh: Had 59.3% — higher than Rajasthan.
  • D. Jharkhand: Had 56.2% — higher than Rajasthan.

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