Q. Which Indian state is called the 'Rur Pradesh of India'?
Answer: Jharkhand
Notes: Jharkhand has a predominantly rural population. According to the 2011 Census, about 75.95% of Jharkhand's population lives in rural areas. The rural growth rate during 2001-2011 was approximately 19.50-19.58%. The literacy rate stood at 62.40% with males at 74.57% and females at 49.75%. The sex ratio is 960 females per 1000 males. Projections for 2023 continue to show a high rural percentage near 74%, unlike rapid urbanization in other states.