According to Census of India 2011, which Union Territory has the highest slum population?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Delhi.
According to the Census of India 2011, Delhi has the highest slum population among Union Territories, with around 17.85 lakh (1.78 million) people living in slum areas. The largest slum clusters are located in Yamuna Pushta, Seelampur, Anand Parbat, and similar areas. The rapid pace of urbanization, combined with migration from rural areas and the high cost of housing, has led to the growth of slum settlements in Delhi.