53 extractive question-and-answer pairs built from Census of India 2011 Census of India 2011,National Population Register Socio Economic and Caste Census, published by censusindia.gov.in. The source is a 32-page publication. Source-evidenced topics include national population register, census act 1948, icr technology, gis/ict, biometrics, uidai, aadhaar, training methodology. Every answer is a verbatim span of text the source prints, and each row carries the passage it sits in, its offset in that passage, the source quote, the page and the location in the document, so any row can be checked against the original. Question types in the export: 31 factual, 11 list, 6 summary, 4 definition, 1 relationship. 22 of the 53 pairs (41.5%) ask explanatory questions; the remaining 31 are factual or table-based questions. 98.11% of rows pass the corpus quality gate.
This dataset contains 53 extractive question-and-answer pairs derived from the Census of India 2011, National Population Register (NPR), and Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC). The questions cover topics such as biometric data collection, census processes, and technological innovations. Each answer is a verbatim excerpt from the source document, which spans 32 pages. The dataset includes metadata like the source page and location for verification purposes. Question types include factual, list, summary, definition, and relationship-based queries.
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| question | answer | context | answer_start | question_type | knowledge_quality_score | source_document | source_quote | source_page | source_location | confidence | validation_status |
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| What is the purpose of the supervisory check in the SECC process? | Concurrent quality check & monitoring | SECC Process Data collection using HHD Linking NPR and Census Data uploading Supervisory check Concurrent quality check & monitoring • Publication Data verification Publication • Claims • Objections • Appeals Finalization De‐Duplication by UIDAI and Issue of Aadhaar NPR Central Database Socio‐Economic and Caste Census | 95 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | SECC Process Data collection using HHD Linking NPR and Census Data uploading Supervisory check Concurrent quality check & monitoring • Publication Data verification Publication • Claims • Objections • Appeals Finalization De‐Duplication by UIDAI and Issue of Aadhaar NPR Central Database Socio‐Economic and Caste Census | 28 | page=28,block=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| What served as an inspiration for the campaign? | Learning from Census of India 2011 | Publicity Modes Used • Campaign included ‐ Campaign included • Mass media • Public outreach • Public outreach • Digital media • Print Ads in 16 languages • TVCs and Radio Spots in 12 languages • Mascot Mascot Learning from Census of India 2011 | 209 | relationship | 0.970 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | Publicity Modes Used • Campaign included ‐ Campaign included • Mass media • Public outreach • Public outreach • Digital media • Print Ads in 16 languages • TVCs and Radio Spots in 12 languages • Mascot Mascot Learning from Census of India 2011 | 14 | page=14,block=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the process involving enumerators and image-based data entry in the NPR? | Image based Data Entry for NPR by Enumerators (45 days) | NPR Process House to house canvassing Image based Data Entry for NPR by Enumerators (45 days) Scanning Publication in the local area, ttl t f l i Biometric Capture in the presence of G t S t settlement of claims and objections Vetting by local bodies Printing of LRUR Government Servants De‐duplication National data base Proposed Resident ID Card National Population Register | 38 | summary | 0.970 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | NPR Process House to house canvassing Image based Data Entry for NPR by Enumerators (45 days) Scanning Publication in the local area, ttl t f l i Biometric Capture in the presence of G t S t settlement of claims and objections Vetting by local bodies Printing of LRUR Government Servants De‐duplication National data base Proposed Resident ID Card National Population Register | 23 | page=23,block=0 | 0.700 | |
| What is the size of the biometric database in the National Population Register? | Largest biometric database in the world | Features of the NPR • Legal Backing ‐ The Citizenship Act, 1955 and the ega ac g e C t e s p ct, 955 a d t e Citizenship Rules, 2003 • Biometrics ‐Largest biometric database in the world • De‐duplication based on biometrics De duplication based on biometrics • Publication and verification • Technology backbone C i d i • Continuous updating National Population Register | 147 | summary | 0.970 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | Features of the NPR • Legal Backing ‐ The Citizenship Act, 1955 and the ega ac g e C t e s p ct, 955 a d t e Citizenship Rules, 2003 • Biometrics ‐Largest biometric database in the world • De‐duplication based on biometrics De duplication based on biometrics • Publication and verification • Technology backbone C i d i • Continuous updating National Population Register | 21 | page=21,block=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the step involving claims and objections in the NPR process? | settlement of claims and objections | NPR Process House to house canvassing Image based Data Entry for NPR by Enumerators (45 days) Scanning Publication in the local area, ttl t f l i Biometric Capture in the presence of G t S t settlement of claims and objections Vetting by local bodies Printing of LRUR Government Servants De‐duplication National data base Proposed Resident ID Card National Population Register | 191 | summary | 0.970 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | NPR Process House to house canvassing Image based Data Entry for NPR by Enumerators (45 days) Scanning Publication in the local area, ttl t f l i Biometric Capture in the presence of G t S t settlement of claims and objections Vetting by local bodies Printing of LRUR Government Servants De‐duplication National data base Proposed Resident ID Card National Population Register | 23 | page=23,block=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| What feature allows the hand-held device used in SECC to function in various locations? | Solar‐backed battery | Hand‐held Device (Tablet PC) used for Key Features data collection in SECC • Weighs 280 grams and can be carried easily • 7 inch LCD Colour Display • 7 inch LCD Colour Display • Touch screen, navigation keys and keyboard • Internet connectivity through Ethernet; 2 USB ports S l b k d b tt t • Solar‐backed battery supports usage in diverse areas of deployment • Price: Less than US$ 80 Socio‐Economic and Caste Census | 294 | definition | 0.940 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | Hand‐held Device (Tablet PC) used for Key Features data collection in SECC • Weighs 280 grams and can be carried easily • 7 inch LCD Colour Display • 7 inch LCD Colour Display • Touch screen, navigation keys and keyboard • Internet connectivity through Ethernet; 2 USB ports S l b k d b tt t • Solar‐backed battery supports usage in diverse areas of deployment • Price: Less than US$ 80 Socio‐Economic and Caste Census | 29 | page=29,block=0 | ||
| What kind of census is conducted under the SECC? | Socio‐Economic and Caste Census | Features of SECC • Data collected in the NPR used for SECC • Control population figures of Census 2011 utilized • Data collection on hand held devises • Instant uploading of data p g • Concurrent monitoring • Quality assurance • Quick tabulation Quick tabulation Socio‐Economic and Caste Census | 263 | definition | 0.940 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | Features of SECC • Data collected in the NPR used for SECC • Control population figures of Census 2011 utilized • Data collection on hand held devises • Instant uploading of data p g • Concurrent monitoring • Quality assurance • Quick tabulation Quick tabulation Socio‐Economic and Caste Census | 27 | page=27,block=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| What method is used to ensure the biometric data in the National Population Register is accurate? | De‐duplication based on biometrics | Features of the NPR • Legal Backing ‐ The Citizenship Act, 1955 and the ega ac g e C t e s p ct, 955 a d t e Citizenship Rules, 2003 • Biometrics ‐Largest biometric database in the world • De‐duplication based on biometrics De duplication based on biometrics • Publication and verification • Technology backbone C i d i • Continuous updating National Population Register | 189 | definition | 0.940 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | Features of the NPR • Legal Backing ‐ The Citizenship Act, 1955 and the ega ac g e C t e s p ct, 955 a d t e Citizenship Rules, 2003 • Biometrics ‐Largest biometric database in the world • De‐duplication based on biometrics De duplication based on biometrics • Publication and verification • Technology backbone C i d i • Continuous updating National Population Register | 21 | page=21,block=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the step involving local bodies in the NPR process? | Vetting by local bodies | NPR Process House to house canvassing Image based Data Entry for NPR by Enumerators (45 days) Scanning Publication in the local area, ttl t f l i Biometric Capture in the presence of G t S t settlement of claims and objections Vetting by local bodies Printing of LRUR Government Servants De‐duplication National data base Proposed Resident ID Card National Population Register | 227 | summary | 0.890 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | NPR Process House to house canvassing Image based Data Entry for NPR by Enumerators (45 days) Scanning Publication in the local area, ttl t f l i Biometric Capture in the presence of G t S t settlement of claims and objections Vetting by local bodies Printing of LRUR Government Servants De‐duplication National data base Proposed Resident ID Card National Population Register | 23 | page=23,block=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the technological foundation of the National Population Register? | Technology backbone | Features of the NPR • Legal Backing ‐ The Citizenship Act, 1955 and the ega ac g e C t e s p ct, 955 a d t e Citizenship Rules, 2003 • Biometrics ‐Largest biometric database in the world • De‐duplication based on biometrics De duplication based on biometrics • Publication and verification • Technology backbone C i d i • Continuous updating National Population Register | 292 | summary | 0.890 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/42619/download/46292/Census%20of%20India%202011-Census%20of%20India%202011%2CNational%20Population%20Register%20%20Socio%20Economic%20and%20Caste%20Census.pdf | Features of the NPR • Legal Backing ‐ The Citizenship Act, 1955 and the ega ac g e C t e s p ct, 955 a d t e Citizenship Rules, 2003 • Biometrics ‐Largest biometric database in the world • De‐duplication based on biometrics De duplication based on biometrics • Publication and verification • Technology backbone C i d i • Continuous updating National Population Register | 21 | page=21,block=0 | 0.700 | valid |
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