Question

Which city in Tamil Nadu has the least share of the state’s population?
A. Madurai
B. Vellore
C. Perambalur
D. Salem

Answer 1

Hint: Tamil Nadu is a state lying at the southernmost part of the Indian subcontinent. The state is bordered by the union territory of Puducherry and the South Indian states such as Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka and is bounded by the Eastern Ghats in the north.

Complete answer:
Madurai is an ancient city situated on the Vaigai River in Tamil Nadu. The city is well known for its historical monuments, chemical, and granite manufacturing industries, and automobile industries. The city has a population of about 14.7 lakhs as per the 2011 census.
Vellore is a city of Tamil Nadu located on the banks of the Palar River. The city is famous for its production and export of leather goods in the country. The city has a population of around 1.86 lakhs.
Salem is a city situated on the Thirumanimuthar River in Tamil Nadu. The city is notable for its coffee production and orange groves and is also a famous city of tourist attraction. It has a population of 8.29 lakhs people.
Perambalur is a town in Tamil Nadu known for its famous sugar mills, palaces, and residential buildings. The district of Perambalur has the least population in Tamil Nadu with over 49,684 people.
So, the correct answer is Option C.

Note: The state of Tamil Nadu is the tenth largest state in India by area wise and the sixth-largest in terms of population. At present, the state has 38 districts and the capital Chennai has the highest population (70.9 lakhs) as compared to other cities in the state.