Question

What percentage of India's total population was accounted for by women according to the 2011 Census?

• A. 33%
• B. 40%
• C. 48%
• D. 52%

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 48%

• According to the 2011 Census, women constituted approximately 48% of India’s population.

• This significant proportion underscores the importance of addressing gender-specific needs in policy-making to ensure that nearly half of the population has equitable access to resources and opportunities.