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Statewise GK · Q873

West Bengal GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 873

Q873

Which of the following is true for literacy rate in West Bengal?

A.
The literacy rate in West Bengal is higher than the national average.
Answer
B.
The literacy rate in West Bengal is lower than the national average.
C.
West Bengal's literacy rate is lowest in India.
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
As per Census 2011, literacy rate in West Bengal is 76.26% which is higher than the national average of 74%. Male literacy rate is 81.69% and female literacy rate is 70.54%.