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Which state in India has the longest coastline?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Tamil Nadu
  2. Maharashtra
  3. Gujarat
  4. Andhra Pradesh

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Gujarat

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: (C) Gujarat šŸ“š Explanation: Gujarat has the longest coastline among all Indian states, stretching over 1,600 km. This is due to its highly indented nature and the presence of the Gulf of Kutch and the Gulf of Khambhat. Andhra Pradesh has the second-longest coastline. India has a total coastline of approximately 7,516 km including its island territories.