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Question

Which one of the following states receives a maximum number of immigrants?

Options

  • Uttar Pradesh

  • Delhi

  • Maharashtra

  • Bihar

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Solution

Maharashtra

Explanation:

With 2.3 million net in migrants, Maharashtra topped the list, followed by Delhi, Gujarat, and Haryana. On the other hand, Uttar Pradesh (-2.6 million) and Bihar (-1.7 million) had the highest number of net out-migration from the state.

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Chapter 2: Migration : Types, Causes and Consequences - Exercise [Page 22]

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NCERT Geography - India: People and Economy [English] Class 12
Chapter 2 Migration : Types, Causes and Consequences
Exercise | Q 1. (ii) | Page 22

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