Question

Which of the following states is not among the top five populous states of India?

• A. Bihar
• B. Gujarat
• C. Maharashtra
• D. Uttar Pradesh

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Gujarat

Answer:

The correct answer is option (B) – Gujarat. Gujarat is not among the top five populous states of India.

• Uttar Pradesh is the most populous state in India.
• The 2nd highest population is in Maharashtra.
• The 3rd most populous state in India is Bihar.
• West Bengal stands in 4th position in terms of states having the highest population.
• Madhya Pradesh is the 5th most populous state in India.
• Bihar has a population density of 1,102 people per square kilometres.
• West Bengal has a population density of 1,029 people per square kilometres.
• Maharashtra has a population density of 365 people per square kilometres.
• Uttar Pradesh has a population density of 828 people per square kilometres.
• Gujarat has a population density of 308 people per square kilometres.