As per the Census 2011, which of the following states/UTs claimed second rank in terms of literacy rate?

Options

A. Lakshadweep
B. Mizoram
C. Goa
D. Puducherry

Answer

A

Explanation

Literacy rate in Lakshadweep has seen an upward trend and is 91.85 % as per 2011 population census. Of that, male literacy stands at 95.56 percent while female literacy is at 87.95 percent. It is placed in the second position in terms of literacy rate. As per Census 2011, Kerala has the highest total literacy rate and female literacy rate whereas Lakshadweep had the highest male literacy rate. Bihar has the lowest total literacy rate.