How often is the Annual Census carried out in Pakistan?
A. Every 10 years
B. Every 5 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 2 years
Correct Answer: B (Every 5 years)
Explanation:
In Pakistan, the Census is carried out every 5 years. The purpose of the Census is to collect data on the population and housing characteristics of the country. The data collected during the Census is used for a variety of purposes, including planning, policymaking, and resource allocation. The most recent Census was conducted in 2017, and the next one is scheduled to take place in 2022 but it was late and conducted on April 2023. Delays and postponements have often been due to politicization. Pakistan’s last completed census took place in 2017.
Therefore, the correct answer is option B, Every 5 years.
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First 1951
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Second 1961
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Third 1972
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Forth 1981
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Fifth1998
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Sixth 2017
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Seventh 2023