63ʳᵈ B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2017

Which State has topped the list of States with the most number of beggars, as per data released by the Union Ministry of Social Justice? As per Census 2011, the total number of beggars/vagrants, homeless, etc. in India is 4,13,670. Out of these, the number of males is 2,21,673 and females is 1,91,997. Among all States/Union Territories, the highest number is in West Bengal (81,244) and the lowest is in Lakshadweep (2). Uttar Pradesh (65,835) is in second place. Among Union Territories, the highest number is in Delhi (2,187). 107. Which district has become India's first district to have 100% solar-powered health centres?

aKolkata
bChennai
cBengaluru
dSurat✓ Correct
eNone of the above/More than one of the above

Explanation

On 26 March, 2018, Surat (Gujarat) became India’s first district to have Primary Health Centres (PHCs) operated entirely (100%) by solar energy.

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