Introduction

Question

'Census of India provides statistical information on various aspects of demographic changes in India'. Explain.

Answer

Census of India is a decennial publication of the Government of India. It relates to population, size and the various aspects of demographic changes in India. It includes statistical information on the following parameters :

(i) Size, growth rate and distribution of population in India.

(ii) Population of protection.

(iii) Density of population

(iv) Sex composition of population.

(v) State of literacy.

 

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