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Question

What is the correct sequence of the descending order of the following states in respect of density of population as per the 1991 2011 Census?

1. Bihar
2. Kerala
3. Uttar Pradesh
4. West Bengal

Code:

  1. 1, 4, 2, 3
  2. 4, 3, 2, 1
  3. 3, 4, 1, 2
  4. 4, 2, 3, 1

Answer:

Option A: 1, 4, 2, 3

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “1, 4, 2, 3”.

States in respect of density of population (2011 Census): Bihar > West Bengal > Kerala > UP > Haryana

States/UTs in respect of density of population (2011 Census): NCT of Delhi > Chandigarh > Puducherry > Lakshadweep > Bihar