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SRS 2024: 3.5% people were 'widowed, divorced or separated' with 5.5% women and 1.6% men
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SRS 2024: 3.5% people were 'widowed, divorced or separated' with 5.5% women and 1.6% men

Times of India · Jun 21, 2026, 6:01 PM

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Latest data reveals a significant gender disparity in marital status, with 3.5% of the population widowed, divorced, or separated in 2024. Women disproportionately represent this group at 5.4% compared to men's 1.6%, highlighting unique challenges. Southern states, particularly Tamil Nadu, show the

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