As per Census of India 2011, literacy rate denotes the percentage of population above:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → 7 years of age
In India – literacy rate denotes the percentage of population above 7 years of age, who is able to read, write and have the ability to do arithmetic calculations with understanding.
Note: this question is from Pre rationalised NCERT textbook from Chapter: Population Composition.