SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 54

The correct answer is option 4  i.e. Sikkim.

The state with the highest percentage of Buddhist population in India is Sikkim. In this northeastern state, Buddhism plays a significant role in the cultural and religious life of its people, with around 27% of the population identifying as Buddhist. The presence of several ancient monasteries, including the famous Rumtek Monastery, reflects the deep roots of Buddhism in Sikkim’s heritage. Tibetan Buddhism, particularly the Nyingma and Kagyu sects, is widely practiced. The state's Buddhist population primarily comprises ethnic communities like the Lepchas and Bhutias, who have preserved their traditional faith over generations.