Multiple choice

What is the approximate increase in urban population percentage as compared to the total population of India, from Census year 1901 to the Census year 2001?

  1. 13%

  2. 17%

  3. 21%

  4. 25%

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Urban population increased from 10.8% in 1901 to 27.8% in 2001, representing a 17 percentage point increase. This is a factual demographic calculation based on Indian Census data.