Which one among the following States of India has the lowest density of population ?
✓ Correct answer: c) Arunachal Pradesh
ExplanationPopulation density is defined as the number of persons per square kilometer.It is calculated by dividing the total popula- tion of a state by its total area.The Census of India is conducted every ten years, providing comprehensive data on population distribution and density.The following table presents the pop- ulation density (persons per square kilometer) of Himachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim as per the Census data of 2001 and 2011 : Option (c) is correct : State 2011 Census Density 2001 Census Density Himachal Pradesh 123 109 Meghalaya 132 103 Arunachal Pradesh 17 13 Sikkim 86 76 As per the Census of India 2001, Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest population density among the states of India, primarily due to its large geographical area and relatively low population, coupled with its hilly terrain and low urbanization.152
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