Select the most appropriate answer from the options given below regarding Census 2011.

Statement 1: The population of India increased by more than 181 million during the decade 2001-2011.

Statement 2: The percentage decadal growth during 2001-2011 recorded the sharpest decline since Independence.

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Select the most appropriate answer from the options given below regarding Census 2011.

Statement 1: The population of India increased by more than 181 million during the decade 2001-2011.

Statement 2: The percentage decadal growth during 2001-2011 recorded the sharpest decline since Independence.

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**Solution:**

1. According to Census 2011 data, the population of India increased by over 181 million people during the decade from 2001 to 2011. This confirms that Statement 1 is correct.

2. The decadal growth rate for the period 2001-2011 was recorded at 17.64%, which is notably the sharpest decline in the percentage growth rate since India's Independence. The previous decade (1991-2001) had a growth rate of 21.54%, indicating a significant reduction in growth rate in the following decade. Hence, Statement 2 is also correct.

Therefore, both statements are accurate.

**Answer:** Both statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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