According to Census of India 2011, which of union territory has the largest Jain population?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Delhi.
- According to the Census of India 2011, Delhi has the largest Jain population among all Union Territories.
- As a major metropolitan city and commercial hub, Delhi has long been home to a significant and active Jain community, many of whom are engaged in trade, business, and professional services.
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Jain Population (2011): Over 150,000 Jains.
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Jainism has a long historical presence in Delhi, with many temples and institutions.
Other Options:
- In contrast, other Union Territories have much smaller Jain populations.
- Daman and Diu, being a small coastal region, has a very limited Jain presence.
- Similarly, Puducherry, located in southern India, has only a minor Jain population, mostly concentrated in urban pockets.
- Lakshadweep, on the other hand, is a predominantly Muslim archipelago with virtually no Jain population.