Population data from the Census is the definitive source for determining the most populous states. Uttar Pradesh consistently ranks first, followed by Maharashtra. Bihar and West Bengal are also among the top four.
The four most populous State of India are
Asked in UPPSC Upper Mains 2005 · Topic: India: Population (Population Size, Growth, and Distribution)
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Answer: D. Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, West Bengal
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