According to the Census 2011 of India, which metropolitan city has the highest population?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Mumbai.
According to the Census of India 2011, Mumbai is the metropolitan city with the highest population, estimated at over 12 million in the city proper and around 18 million in the metropolitan region. Mumbai, the financial capital of India, is densely populated due to migration, economic opportunities, and its status as a major commercial hub.
Other options:
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Delhi: The national capital with a population of about 11 million, slightly less than Mumbai’s metro population.
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Kolkata: Population around 4.5 million in the city proper, historically significant but smaller in numbers compared to Mumbai.
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Chennai: Population around 4.7 million, an important cultural and industrial center, but less populous than Mumbai.