Current Affairs - Economy - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Economy - Latest Current Affairs (Q.No. 1072)

2019-11-22 Economy

1072.

What is the estimated cost for the Census 2021?

Rs. 7,300 crores

Rs. 5,754 crores

Rs. 8,754 crores

Rs. 6,650 crores

Answer: Option

Explanation:

The Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) has estimated the cost for the Census 2021 to be around Rs.8,754 crore. The nationwide exercise will be conducted in 16 languages. Upon the suggestions of the Technical Advisory Committee, certain changes have been made in the questionnaire. The reference date for the census will be on 1 March 2021.