P17. Religion ____
P17, P18 and P19 - Religion, languages of forefathers and language usually spoken
These questions together with others help to determine the size and geographical distribution of different religious and socio-cultural groups. The information is useful to both public and private institutions in the planning of facilities for the religious and socio-cultural development of the different components of the population.
8. How to fill in the Population Census Questionnaire
P17 - Religion
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This question is very sensitive. It is very important that you write the religion as reported by the person and do not discuss further if he/she mentions a religion of which you are not aware.
For infants and children, write the religion in which their parents are raising them