A census town needs at least what share of male main workers in non-agricultural work?
A25 percent
B50 percent
C75 percent
D90 percent
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 75 percent
1. A census town must be mostly non-agricultural in occupation.
2. At least 75 percent of the male main working population must be in non-agricultural work.
3. 25 and 50 percent are too low.
_Source: Wikipedia, Municipal governance in India, 74th Constitutional Amendment Act_
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