UPPSC 2011 GS-1 Census
Question

Which State of India has the largest Muslim population according to the (2011)(2001) Census ?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Uttar Pradesh

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Uttar Pradesh ”.

According to the 2011 census, Uttar Pradesh had the largest Muslim population in India, with over 35 million Muslims.

However, Lakshadweep had the highest percentage of Muslims, with 97% of its population identifying as Muslim. Jammu and Kashmir was second, with 68% of its population identifying as Muslim.

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