Literacy rate measures the literate share of the population aged:
A14 and above
B18 and above
C5 and above
D7 and above
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 7 and above
1. It is a basic education indicator.
2. It covers people aged 7 and above.
3. Net Attendance Ratio covers ages 14 and 15.
_Source: syllabus Understanding Economic Development, Chapter 1, Development._
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