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Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

According to Maharashtra State Economic Survey 2018-19, Maharashtra's contribution to all India nominal GDP is _____ .

  1. 10 %

  2. 12.5 %

  3. 14.4 %

  4. 15.5 %
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

According to Maharashtra State Economic Survey 2018-19, States contribution to all India nominal GDP is highest at 14.4 percent.

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

What is the rank of Maharashtra among the Indian states In term of geographical area?

  1. Second

  2. Third

  3. Fourth

  4. Fifth
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Maharashtra is the third largest state in India in terms of geographical area measuring about 3.08 Lakh Sq. Kms. Rajasthan is the largest state in India followed by Madhya Pradesh & Maharashtra.

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

According to the Economic Survey of Maharashtra for 2016-17, the state had the highest _______ in comparison with other states.

  1. Growth of GSDP

  2. State Per Capita Income

  3. Both A and B

  4. Neither A nor B
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

According to the Economic Survey of Maharashtra for 2016-17, the state had the highest the state had the highest growth of GDSP (Gross State Domestic Product) and SPCI (State Per Capita Income) in comparison with other states.

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

What percentage of Maharashtra's population lives in towns and cities?

  1. 25 %

  2. 35 %

  3. 45 %

  4. 65 %
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Maharashtra is  one of the most urbanised state of India. 45.2 % of Maharashtra's population lives in towns and cities. Among Indian States, Goa is now the most urbanised State with 62.2 percent urban population living in towns and cities. In terms of absolute number of persons living in urban areas, Maharashtra continues to lead with 50.8 million persons which comprises 13.5 percent of the total urban population of the country. 

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

What is the literacy rate in Maharashtra as per 2011 census?

  1. 70.5 %

  2. 72.3 %

  3. 82.3 %

  4. 92.2 %
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

According to the Census, a person aged 7 years and above who can read and write with understanding in any language, is treated as literate. The literacy rate in India as per the Census of 2011 is 74.04 percent; 82.14 percent for males and 65.46 percent for females. In Maharashtra, the literacy rate is 82.3 percent.

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

Which is the second largest populated state in India?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. West Bengal

  3. Bihar

  4. Maharashtra
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

According to 2011 population census the most populated states are:

  1. Uttar Pradesh (199.6 million)
  2. Maharashtra (112.4 million)
  3. Bihar (103.8 million)
  4. West Bengal (91.3 million)

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

According to Maharashtra State Economic Survey 2018-19, Per capita Income during 2018-19 is expected at ______. 

  1. 191827 Rupees

  2. 194827 Rupees

  3. 198827 Rupees

  4. 199827 Rupees
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

According to Maharashtra State Economic Survey 2018-19, Per capita Income during 2018-19 is expected at 1,91,827 as against 1,76,102 during 2017-18 (higher by 8.9 percent).

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

The Maharashtra State economy is characterised by

  1. Abundant Natural Resources

  2. Availability of skilled manpower and technological advancement

  3. Developed infrastructure

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Maharashtra State economy is characterised by:

  • Abundant Natural Resources
  • Availability of skilled manpower
  • Technological advancement
  • Developed infrastructure

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

Which city has the Asia's oldest stock exchange?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Kolkata
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Maharashtra state capital Mumbai is not only home for leading corporate houses and firms but also has Asia's oldest Stock Exchange, the Bombay Stock Exchange. 

Multiple choice the economy of maharashtra economics

What is the sex ratio in Maharashtra according to 2011 census?

  1. 919 females per 1000 males

  2. 929 females per 1000 males

  3. 939 females per 1000 males

  4. 949 females per 1000 males
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Sex ratio is defined as the number of females per 1000 males in the population. This information is an important social indicator to measure the extent of equality between males and females in a society at a given time. According to 2011 census, the sex ratio of Maharashtra was 929 females per 1000 males.