1996 General Studies, all questions
UPSC Prelims 1996 · General Studies
Question 137: Data Interpretation
The given pie charts show the proportion of literates and illiterates in a country, in the year 1970 and 1990 and also the proportion of males (M) and females (F) among the literates. Which one of the following statements can be said to be beyond any doubt?
aIn 1970 has of the illiterates were women (females)
bThe proportion of literate males to the total population of males remained the same over the years
cMale literacy did not improve over this period
dThe ratio of female literates to male literates improved significantly over this period
Our copy of this question lacks the charts, so it can be read but not answered.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 1996, General Studies. UPSC's own paper isn't online; the words are from a published compilation. The paper on upsc.gov.in.