According to the National Family Health Survey-5 released by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on November 24, 2021, there has been a significant improvement in the sex ratio of Bihar. It has increased from_________in 2015-2016 to________in 2020-2022.
- A1030, 1050
- B1062, 1090
- C1040, 1070
- DMore than one of the above
- ENone of the above
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Correct answer: (b) 1062, 1090
Explanation
In the National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-5 released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, an improvement compared to the previous period is reflected in Bihar’s sex ratio. In Bihar, the sex ratio shown as 1062/1000 in the NFHS-4 (2015–16) survey has become 1090/1000 in NFHS-5 (2019–21). Note— The mention of 2020–2022 in the given question is erroneous. Instead, it should be 2019–21.