Less than 80% of Hindus make Indian population

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  • New Delhi : The latest census figures are out with a marginal decline in Hindus shares to make up India's population.

  • Hindus now contribute in 79.8% of India's population

  • 0.7% decline has been registered in Hindus total contribution

  • Muslims make up 14.2% of India, which is 0.8% more than the predecessor

  • In a decadal growth, Muslim share shows a sharp decline

  • Data was ready to be unveiled in January 2014

  • UPA government holded it in wake of General Elections 2014

  • NDA released it days before crucial Assembly Elections in Bihar.