According to the Census of India 2011, which state has the highest number of slum population?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Maharashtra.
According to Census 2011, Maharashtra had the highest number of people living in slums among Indian states. It recorded over 11.8 million slum dwellers, accounting for approximately 18.1% of all urban slum population in the country. Therefore, out of the given options, Maharashtra ranks highest in terms of absolute slum population in 2011.