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Q95: According to the population-group wise classification based on the 2011 Census, a 'Rural Centre' is defined as a centre with a population of:

A
Less than 5,000
B
Up to 9,999
C
10,000 to 19,999
D
20,000 to 49,999
✅ Correct Answer: B
The correct answer is B. According to the population-group wise classification based on the 2011 Census utilized by the RBI, a 'Rural Centre' is strictly defined as a centre with a population up to 9,999.
Once the population reaches the 10,000 mark, the classification changes.
Centres with populations ranging from 10,000 to 99,999 are officially classified as Semi-urban.
Option A is incorrect because it is an incomplete subset.
Options C and D are incorrect as they fall completely within the Semi-urban population bracket.