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In which of the following Census-year, the Sex-ratio in India was highest?

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1951

Census Year Highest Sex Ratio Analysis

The question requires identifying the specific census year from the options provided where India's sex ratio was the highest.

The sex ratio is typically calculated as the number of females per 1,000 males.

Sex Ratio Data for Indian Census Years

Examining the approximate sex ratios for the given census years:

  • 1951 Census: The sex ratio was around 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • 1981 Census: The sex ratio stood at approximately 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • 1991 Census: The sex ratio decreased slightly to about 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • 2011 Census: The sex ratio was recorded as approximately 943 females per 1,000 males.

Determining the Highest Sex Ratio

Comparing the figures:

  • 1951: 945
  • 1981: 934
  • 1991: 927
  • 2011: 943

The data clearly indicates that the 1951 Census year had the highest sex ratio among the options presented.

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