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Question

In India, the most decadal growth in urban population (in percentage) has been found:

  1. Between 1961-71
  2. Between 1971-81
  3. Between 1981-91
  4. Between 1991-2001

Answer:

Option A: Between 1961-71

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Between 1961-71”.

The period between 1961–1971 saw the highest decadal growth in India's urban population, at 29.21%. This was the only decade in India's history when the population growth rate was over 20%.