The correct answer is: B. 2.58%
Haryana is a state in northern India. It is bordered by Punjab to the west, Himachal Pradesh to the north, Uttarakhand to the northeast, Uttar Pradesh to the east, Rajasthan to the south, and Delhi to the southwest. The state has a population of over 28 million people and a land area of 44,212 square kilometers.
Haryana is a major agricultural state, and its economy is based on agriculture, industry, and services. The state is home to a number of important industrial and manufacturing centers, including Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Manesar. Haryana is also a major tourist destination, with a number of historical and cultural sites.
The total area of India is 3,287,263 square kilometers. The total area of Haryana is 44,212 square kilometers. Therefore, Haryana’s share of the total area of India is 2.58%.
Option A is incorrect because it is the share of the total area of India that is occupied by the state of Punjab. Option C is incorrect because it is the share of the total area of India that is occupied by the state of Uttarakhand. Option D is incorrect because it is the share of the total area of India that is occupied by the state of Rajasthan.