WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which state officially recorded the lowest percentage of urban population in the 2011 Census?

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

Answer options

  1. Bihar
  2. Odisha
  3. Assam
  4. Himachal Pradesh

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Himachal Pradesh

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Himachal Pradesh šŸ“š Explanation: The 2011 Census data revealed that Himachal Pradesh possesses the lowest percentage of urban population among all Indian states. Only 10.03% of the state's total population officially resides in recognized urban areas. The vast majority of its citizens continue to live in rural villages, primarily engaging in agriculture and horticulture.