According to Census of India, 2011, which one among the following is t

According to Census of India, 2011, which one among the following is the least populated state in India ?

Maharashtra
Madhya Pradesh
Odisha
Punjab
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UPSC NDA-2 – 2020
The correct answer is D) Punjab.
According to the Census of India, 2011, among the given options, Punjab had the lowest population. Its population was approximately 27.7 million.
Comparing with other options based on Census 2011 data: Maharashtra (approx 112.4 million), Madhya Pradesh (approx 72.6 million), Odisha (approx 41.9 million). While Sikkim is the least populated state in India overall, among the choices provided, Punjab has the minimum population.