WBCS.LIVE practice question

According to the 2011 Census, which district in West Bengal recorded the absolute lowest sex ratio?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Kolkata
  2. Purulia
  3. Malda
  4. Howrah

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Kolkata

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Kolkata šŸ“š Explanation: Despite being a highly developed urban metropolis, Kolkata district recorded the lowest sex ratio in West Bengal during the 2011 Census, with only 908 females per 1000 males. This heavily skewed ratio is primarily driven by the massive influx of male migrant workers from rural areas and neighboring states who move to the city for employment without their families.