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UPPSC 2012 GS-1 Census
Question

Which of the following is the most Populous State in India as per the provisional figures of Census of India 2011?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Uttar Pradesh

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Uttar Pradesh”.
According to the 2011 census, Uttar Pradesh is the most populated state in India with a population of 199,812,341, which is 16.51% of India's total population.

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