As per census 2011, with regards to sex ratio, the number of females per 1000 males in India was:

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Correct Answer: Option D — 940

According to the official data from the Census of India 2011, the sex ratio in the country was recorded as 943 females per 1000 males. In most competitive exams, this is rounded to 940 or listed specifically as 943.

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