Population of India

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the population of India. It covers various aspects of the population, including its size, distribution, growth rate, and composition.
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What is the current population of India?

  1. 1.3 billion

  2. 1.4 billion

  3. 1.5 billion

  4. 1.6 billion


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As of 2023, the population of India is estimated to be around 1.4 billion, making it the second most populous country in the world.

Which state in India has the largest population?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Bihar

  4. West Bengal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh is the most populous state in India, with a population of over 200 million.

Which state in India has the smallest population?

  1. Sikkim

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Mizoram

  4. Nagaland


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sikkim is the least populous state in India, with a population of less than 1 million.

What is the average population density of India?

  1. 400 people per square kilometer

  2. 500 people per square kilometer

  3. 600 people per square kilometer

  4. 700 people per square kilometer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The average population density of India is around 400 people per square kilometer.

Which city in India has the largest population?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is the most populous city in India, with a population of over 20 million.

Which city in India has the smallest population?

  1. Gangtok

  2. Itanagar

  3. Kohima

  4. Aizawl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gangtok is the least populous city in India, with a population of less than 100,000.

What is the annual population growth rate of India?

  1. 1%

  2. 1.5%

  3. 2%

  4. 2.5%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The annual population growth rate of India is around 1%.

What is the life expectancy at birth in India?

  1. 65 years

  2. 70 years

  3. 75 years

  4. 80 years


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The life expectancy at birth in India is around 70 years.

What is the infant mortality rate in India?

  1. 20 deaths per 1,000 live births

  2. 30 deaths per 1,000 live births

  3. 40 deaths per 1,000 live births

  4. 50 deaths per 1,000 live births


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The infant mortality rate in India is around 30 deaths per 1,000 live births.

What is the literacy rate in India?

  1. 60%

  2. 70%

  3. 80%

  4. 90%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The literacy rate in India is around 70%.

What is the sex ratio in India?

  1. 900 females per 1,000 males

  2. 950 females per 1,000 males

  3. 1,000 females per 1,000 males

  4. 1,050 females per 1,000 males


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The sex ratio in India is around 950 females per 1,000 males.

What is the percentage of the population living in rural areas in India?

  1. 60%

  2. 70%

  3. 80%

  4. 90%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Around 60% of the population in India lives in rural areas.

What is the percentage of the population living in urban areas in India?

  1. 40%

  2. 30%

  3. 20%

  4. 10%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Around 40% of the population in India lives in urban areas.

What is the main religion practiced in India?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism is the main religion practiced in India, with over 80% of the population following it.

What is the main language spoken in India?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Bengali

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi is the main language spoken in India, with over 40% of the population speaking it.

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