Question

Which of the following is not a part of the definition of a city as per the census of India?

• A. Population density of 400 persons per sq.km
• B. Presence of municipality, corporation etc.
• C. Population size of more than 5000 persons
• D. More than 75% of population engaged in primary sector

Hint:

Remember the three key rules for a Census Town: Population>5000, Density>400/km\(^2\), and Workforce>75% \textbf{non-agricultural}. The workforce criterion is the most important differentiator from rural areas.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Recall the definition of an urban area (Census Town) in India. The Census of India defines a town/city based on a few criteria.

Step 2: List the criteria. For a place to be designated a Census Town, it must satisfy:

A minimum population of 5,000. (Matches C)
At least 75% of the male main working population engaged in non-agricultural pursuits.
A population density of at least 400 persons per sq. km. (Matches A)
A statutory town is any place with a municipality, corporation, cantonment board, or notified town area committee. (Matches B)

Step 3: Analyze option (D). It states "More than 75% of population engaged in primary sector". This is the {opposite} of the actual criterion, which requires 75% of the male workforce to be in the non-primary (secondary and tertiary) sectors. Engagement in the primary sector is a characteristic of rural areas. Therefore, this is not part of the definition.