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10 grade science

The least densely populated state of India is-A. KeralaB. SikkimC. Arunachal PradeshD. Jammu and Kashmir

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The correct answer is C. Arunachal Pradesh.

Detailed Explanation:
Population density refers to the number of people living per unit area, typically expressed as people per square kilometer.

Among the given states, Arunachal Pradesh is the least densely populated state in India. This is because it has vast mountainous terrain, thick forests, and challenging geographical conditions which limit large human settlements.

According to the 2011 Census of India:

Arunachal Pradesh has a population density of around 17 people per square kilometer, making it the least densely populated.
Sikkim has a higher population density than Arunachal Pradesh, though still relatively low.
Jammu and Kashmir (now bifurcated into two union territories) has higher population densities in certain regions, particularly the Kashmir valley.
Kerala is one of the more densely populated states in India, with a population density significantly higher than the other states mentioned.
Thus, the correct answer is C. Arunachal Pradesh.