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What is the correct sequence of the descending order of the following States in respect of female literacy rates as per the 2001 census?1. ​Mizoram ​2. Kerala ​3. ​Goa ​4. Nagaland ​ Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:Codes:

a2, 1, 3, 4
b2, 3, 4, 1
c2, 4, 1, 3
d1, 2, 4, 3
✓ Correct answer: a) 2, 1, 3, 4
ExplanationIn India, female literacy is defined as the percent- age of females aged 7 years and above who can read, write, and understand a simple message in any language.As per the 2001 Census of India, the correct sequence of the descending order of female literacy rates for the states mentioned is:Kerala (87.86%)Mizoram (86.75%)Goa (75.51%)Nagaland (61.46%) 336

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