Rank the following states in ascending order, based on their population density, as per Census 2011.
Tripura, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Nagaland-Manipur-Meghalaya-Tripura.
Based on Census 2011 data, the ascending order of population density for the given northeastern states is: Nagaland < Manipur < Meghalaya < Tripura.
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Nagaland: 119 persons per sq km
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Manipur: 122 persons per sq km
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Meghalaya: 132 persons per sq km
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Tripura: 350 persons per sq km
Tripura has the highest population density among these states due to its relatively small area combined with a significant population, while Nagaland has the lowest density, reflecting its hilly terrain and scattered settlements. This ranking highlights the demographic variation across northeastern India, influenced by geography, urbanization, and land use patterns.