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Ministry of Economic Planning and Development
Central Statistical Office
Population Census
Mauritius
Night of 1-2 July 1990
For persons aged 2 years and over:
19 Languages read and written ____
In which language(s) can the person, with understanding, both read and write a simple statement in his everyday life?
Consider creole and bhojpuri as languages.
Write 'none' for persons (including children) who cannot both read and write any language.
Primary and secondary educationInformation on level of education is used to measure the national capacity for technological development, and the need for further education in the light of the requirements of the sectors of employment.
Column 19
Languages read and written
State the language(s) in which the person can, with understanding, both read and write a simple statement in his or her everyday life. Do not include a language in which the person can read and write only his (her) name, figures, and memorized phrases.
Consider creole and bhojpuri as languages.
Write 'None' for persons (including children) who cannot read and write any language.