B.P.S.C. Teacher (11th-12th) 26.08.2023

What is the percentage of Bihar's population relative to the total population of India?

a8.58%✓ Correct
b10.10%
c12.25%
dMore than one of the above
eNone of the above

Explanation

According to Census 2011, India’s total population is 1,210,854,977, while Bihar’s population is 104,099,452, which is approximately 8.6% of India’s population and is closest to option (a). Hence, option (a) may be considered the correct answer.

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