Information on reasons for migration was first incorporated in the Census of:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → 1981
Migration has been recorded since the first Census of 1881, but the reasons for migration were added only in the 1981 Census.
Note: This question is taken from the pre-rationalised NCERT book. The latest edition (2026-27) does not have this part. An extract of the pre-rationalised NCERT book is given below for the benefit of students.
Pre-rationalised NCERT: “Migration … You are familiar with Census in India. It contains information about migration in the country. Actually migration was recorded beginning from the first Census of India conducted in 1881. … Information on reasons for migration were incorporated in 1981 Census and modified in consecutive Censuses.” |