Multiple choice

The number of females per 1000 males in India's population (Census 2001) is

  1. 900

  2. 929

  3. 933

  4. 945

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C Correct answer
Explanation

According to the Census of India 2001, the sex ratio (number of females per 1000 males) was 933. This was an improvement from 927 in the 1991 census. The sex ratio is an important demographic indicator of gender balance in a population.