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In 1985, the per capita income of India was Rs 8,500. If the population was 870 million, what was the total national income in rupees?

hard 5 marks Class 12 · Economics · Indian Economy 1950-1990
Answer
Rs 739,500 crore

The correct answer is Rs 739,500 crore — Express the result as Rs 739,500 crore.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Convert population to crores: 870 million = 87 crore.
  2. Multiply per capita income by population: 8,500 × 87 crore = 739,500 crore rupees.
  3. Express the result as Rs 739,500 crore.
Common mistake: Failing to convert million to crore before multiplication

Concept tested: Calculating national income from per capita data

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