Question

The share of elderly in Kerala increased from 5% in 1961 to what proportion in 2011, compared to a national average of 8%?

• A. 9.5%
• B. 12.7%
• C. 11.2%
• D. 14.3%

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 12.7%

• In Kerala, the elderly population rose from 5% (1961) to 12.7% (2011), much higher than the national proportion of 8%.