Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Population-Distribution,Density, Growth and Composition

Question:

The first population Census in India was conducted in the year _____.

Options:

1872

1891

1875

1873

Correct Answer:

1872

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → 1872

"Population data are collected through Census operation held every 10 years in our country. The first population Census in India was conducted in 1872 but its first complete Census was conducted only in 1881.".