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According to Census 2011, which state had the highest decadal growth rate (2001-2011)?

Correct answer: (C) Meghalaya (27.95%).

According to Census 2011, Meghalaya recorded the highest decadal population growth rate among states in 2001-2011, at 27.95%.

  1. (A)

    Bihar (25.42%)

  2. (B)

    Uttar Pradesh (20.23%)

  3. (C)

    Meghalaya (27.95%)

  4. (D)

    Nagaland (-0.58%)

Explanation

Census 2011 reports Meghalaya's population as 29,66,889 in 2011, with an absolute increase of 6,48,067 over the preceding census and a decadal variation of +27.95%. Meghalaya's 27.95% decadal growth rate was higher than Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Nagaland. Bihar's 25.42% looks high but still falls short of Meghalaya. Uttar Pradesh is much lower at 20.23%, while Nagaland is the opposite case, showing a decline of -0.58%. Dadra and Nagar Haveli had 55.88% growth among Union Territories, but Meghalaya was the highest among states.

Why the other options are wrong

  • (A) Bihar's 25.42% growth was high, but it was still below Meghalaya's 27.95%.
  • (B) Uttar Pradesh recorded 20.23%, which is well below Meghalaya's 27.95% decadal growth rate.
  • (D) Nagaland recorded -0.58% growth, so it showed a decline rather than the highest increase.

Concept

Census 2011 population geography includes decadal population growth by state. RAS preparation often combines factual recall with careful distinction between states and Union Territories.

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