According to NFHS-5 (2019-21), India's Sex Ratio at Birth (females per 1000 males, for children born in the five years preceding the survey) was:
- A 900
- B 919
- C 929 ✓
- D 1021
Correct answer: C. 929
Explanation
NFHS-5 reported a sex ratio at birth of 929 females per 1000 males, an improvement from 919 reported in NFHS-4. Note the distinction: 1021 is the overall sex ratio for the entire population in NFHS-5, which is a different indicator from the sex ratio at birth. The sex ratio at birth normally favors males biologically, so values above 1000 are not expected for this specific measure.
Reference: National Family Health Survey-5 National Report, 2021 ed.
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