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Q. In which of the following year first population census was conducted?

[A] 1861

[B] 1872

[C] 1881

[D] 1891

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation: Population data are collected through Census operation held every 10 years in our country. The first population Census in India was conducted in 1872 but its first complete Census was conducted only in 1881.

Source: NCERT

Q. In which of the following year first population census was conducted?

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