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Sex Ratio (Number of females per 1,000 males) of Selected States in India : 1901-2001

Question: 1

The two states which achieved the largest increases in sex ratio over the period 1901-2001 are:

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Always refer to the change in the given data across years to identify the largest increases or decreases.
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  • Punjab and HP
  • HP and Kerala
  • Assam and J & K
  • Kerala and J & K
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

From the data in the table, we can observe the changes in the sex ratio for each state. HP (Himachal Pradesh) and Kerala showed the largest increases in sex ratio over the period 1901-2001, based on the data provided.
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Question: 2

Among the states which have a sex ratio exceeding 1000 in 1901, the sharpest decline over the period 1901-2001 was registered in the state of:

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When looking for sharp declines, examine the difference in values over time to identify the largest decrease.
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  • Goa
  • TN
  • Bihar
  • Orissa
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Looking at the data, Bihar experienced the sharpest decline in its sex ratio over the period 1901-2001 among the states with a sex ratio exceeding 1000 in 1901.
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Question: 3

Each of the following statements pertains to the number of states with females outnumbering males in a given census year. Which of these statements is NOT correct?

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When analyzing trends in data, always check historical data points carefully, especially when tracking changes over multiple census years.
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  • This number never exceeded 5 in any census year.
  • This number registered its sharpest decline in 1971.
  • The number of consecutive censuses in which this number remained unchanged never exceeded 3.
  • Prior to the 1971 census, this number was never less than 4.
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

From the data provided, the statement that "Prior to the 1971 census, this number was never less than 4" is not true. In earlier years, the number of states where females outnumbered males did drop below 4, making this statement incorrect.
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