Question

Arrange the following states in descending order of their Literacy Rate (as per Census 2011):
• Kerala
• Mizoram
• Goa
• Tripura

• A. 1, 2, 3, 4
• B. 1, 3, 2, 4
• C. 2, 1, 3, 4
• D. 1, 2, 4, 3

Hint:

To quickly solve literacy rate ranking questions, remember that Kerala and Mizoram almost always occupy the top two spots among Indian states. This often helps eliminate half the options immediately.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: Literacy rate is a key demographic indicator used by the Census of India to measure the educational status of the population. It is defined as the percentage of the population aged seven years and above who can both read and write with understanding in any language.

Step 1: Identify the literacy rates for the listed states.
Based on the 2011 Census data, the literacy rates for the states are:
• 1. Kerala: 94.00% (The highest in Indi(A)
• 2. Mizoram: 91.33%
• 3. Goa: 88.70%
• 4. Tripura: 87.22%

Step 2: Arrange in descending order.
Descending order means moving from the highest value to the lowest: \[ 94.00\% \text{ (Keral(A)} > 91.33\% \text{ (Mizoram)} > 88.70\% \text{ (Go(A)} > 87.22\% \text{ (Tripur(A)} \] The numerical sequence is 1, 2, 3, 4.