Which of the following states have the lowest female literacy rates as per 2011 census? 

This question was previously asked in
SSC GD Constable (2024) Official Paper (Held On: 21 Feb, 2024 Shift 1)
View all SSC GD Constable Papers >
  1. Jharkhand 
  2. Uttar Pradesh  
  3. Rajasthan 
  4. Kerala 

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 3 : Rajasthan 
Free
SSC GD General Knowledge and Awareness Mock Test
3.4 Lakh Users
20 Questions 40 Marks 10 Mins

Detailed Solution

Download Solution PDF
The correct answer is Rajasthan

Key Points

  • Rajasthan has the lowest female literacy rate as per the 2011 census.
  • As per the 2011 Census, the female literacy rate in Rajasthan is approximately 52.66%.
  • Other states with low female literacy rates include Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand, but Rajasthan ranks the lowest among them.
  •   
  • The low literacy rate is attributed to various socio-economic factors including traditional gender roles, lack of access to education, and early marriages.

Additional Information

  • The literacy rate is a crucial indicator of social and economic development.
  • Efforts have been made by both the central and state governments to improve female literacy through various schemes and programs.
  • Programs such as Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and the National Literacy Mission aim to address the gender gap in literacy.
  • Improving female literacy is essential for empowering women and fostering inclusive growth.
Latest SSC GD Constable Updates

Last updated on Jun 12, 2025

-> The SSC GD Notification 2026 will be released in October 2025 and the exam will be scheduled in the month of January and February 2026.

-> The SSC GD Merit List is expected to be released soon by the end of April 2025.

-> Previously SSC GD Vacancy was increased for Constable(GD) in CAPFs, SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles and Sepoy in NCB Examination, 2025. 

-> Now the total number of vacancy is 53,690. Previously, SSC GD 2025 Notification was released for 39481 Vacancies. 

-> The SSC GD Constable written exam was held on 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st and 25th February 2025. 

-> The selection process includes CBT, PET/PST, Medical Examination, and Document Verification.

-> The candidates who will be appearing for the 2025 cycle in the exam must attempt the SSC GD Constable Previous Year Papers. Also, attempt SSC GD Constable Mock Tests.

More Indian Economic and Human Geography Questions

More Indian Geography Questions

Get Free Access Now
Hot Links: teen patti club apk teen patti lucky teen patti game teen patti live