Proportion of literate population of a country is a good indicator of which of the following?

1.Standard of living

2.Social status of females

3.Growth of agriculture 

4.Policies of government

Only 1,2,4 is correct 

The correct answer is option 2: Only 1,2,4 is correct 

1. Standard of living — Correct. A higher literacy rate generally reflects better educational opportunities and is often associated with a higher standard of living.

2. Social status of females — Correct. Female literacy is a significant indicator of the social status and empowerment of women in a society.

3. Growth of agriculture — Incorrect. Literacy does not directly indicate the growth of agriculture. Agricultural growth depends on factors such as technology, irrigation, inputs, and policies.

4. Policies of government — Correct. Literacy levels reflect the effectiveness of government policies related to education and human resource development.