Q31. What is the total population of Lakshadweep as per the 2011 census?
a) 60,650
b) 64,473
c) 67,900
d) 68,500
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Correct Answer: b) 64,473
Explanation: According to the 2011 census, the total population of Lakshadweep was 64,473. This was an increase from the 2001 census, which recorded a population of 60,650.
Q32. What is the sex ratio of Lakshadweep as per the 2011 census?
a) 940 females per 1000 males
b) 946 females per 1000 males
c) 948 females per 1000 males
d) 952 females per 1000 males
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Correct Answer: b) 946 females per 1000 males
Explanation: The sex ratio of Lakshadweep as per the 2011 census was 946 females per 1000 males, which is slightly below the national average of 940 females per 1000 males.
Q33. What is the estimated population of Lakshadweep in 2024?
a) 64,473
b) 67,900
c) 68,200
d) 66,001
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Correct Answer: d) 66,001
Explanation: The estimated population of Lakshadweep in 2024 is projected to be 66,001. This estimate is based on the population growth trends observed in previous years.
Q34. What is the literacy rate in Lakshadweep as per the 2011 census?
a) 82.5%
b) 87.1%
c) 91.8%
d) 96.2%
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Correct Answer: c) 91.8%
Explanation: The literacy rate in Lakshadweep as per the 2011 census is 91.85%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 87.95%. This high literacy rate reflects the emphasis on education in the union territory.
Q35. Which religion forms the majority in Lakshadweep?
a) Hinduism
b) Christianity
c) Islam
d) Buddhism
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Correct Answer: c) Islam
Explanation: Islam is the majority religion in Lakshadweep, with approximately 96.58% of the population following Islam as per the 2011 census. Hinduism and Christianity are practiced by smaller percentages of the population.
Q36. What is the child sex ratio (0-6 age) in Lakshadweep as per the 2011 census?
a) 900
b) 911
c) 920
d) 930
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Correct Answer: b) 911
Explanation: The child sex ratio (0-6 age) in Lakshadweep as per the 2011 census is 911 females per 1000 males. This ratio indicates the number of females per 1000 males in the 0-6 age group.
Q37. Which island is the largest in terms of population in Lakshadweep?
a) Kavaratti
b) Agatti
c) Andrott
d) Minicoy
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Correct Answer: c) Andrott
Explanation: Andrott is the largest island in terms of population in Lakshadweep. It is also the largest island by area and has a significant population density.
Q38. What percentage of Lakshadweep’s population lives in rural areas as per the 2011 census?
a) 12.5%
b) 21.9%
c) 35.4%
d) 48.7%
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Correct Answer: b) 21.9%
Explanation: As per the 2011 census, around 21.93% of Lakshadweep’s population lives in rural areas. The majority of the population resides in urban areas due to the small size and limited resources of the islands.
Q39. What is the main language spoken in Lakshadweep?
a) Hindi
b) Tamil
c) Malayalam
d) Telugu
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Correct Answer: c) Malayalam
Explanation: Malayalam is the main language spoken in Lakshadweep. It is the official language of the union territory and is used for administrative purposes. Additionally, Mahl is spoken on Minicoy Island.
Q40. Which of the following is a significant environmental concern for Lakshadweep?
a) Deforestation
b) Coral bleaching
c) Industrial pollution
d) Air pollution
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Correct Answer: b) Coral bleaching
Explanation: Coral bleaching is a significant environmental concern for Lakshadweep. The islands’ coral reefs are vulnerable to rising sea temperatures and other environmental stresses, which can lead to bleaching and loss of marine biodiversity.