Which of the following is true about sex ratio in India during 1951 - 2011?
- AHas been increasing since 1991
- BHas been increasing since 2001
- CHas been increasing since 1971
- DHas been increasing since 1951
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
* According to the Census of India data, the sex ratio (number of females per 1,000 males) has been steadily increasing since 1991.
The historical trend highlights:
1991 Census: 927
2001 Census: 933
2011 Census: 943
Prior to 1991, the sex ratio had experienced a general decline since 1951 (except for a slight marginal fluctuation in 1981).
The historical trend highlights:
1991 Census: 927
2001 Census: 933
2011 Census: 943
Prior to 1991, the sex ratio had experienced a general decline since 1951 (except for a slight marginal fluctuation in 1981).