Multiple choice

As per the latest date available (for the year 2005) infant mortality rate (per thousand live births) in India was

  1. 72

  2. 68

  3. 60

  4. 58

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D Correct answer
Explanation

According to the Sample Registration System (SRS) data, India's infant mortality rate was 58 per 1,000 live births in 2005. This was a significant decrease from previous years but still higher than global targets. The IMR is a key indicator of the health and well-being of a nation.