Question

Which state is the biggest state in terms of area?
A. Gujarat
B. Rajasthan
C. Orissa
D. Maharashtra

Answer 1

Hint: India is a union of states. At present, there are 28 states and 8 Union territories.
Uttar Pradesh is the largest state in India and Uttar Pradesh is followed by Maharashtra, Bihar, West Bengal, and Madhya Pradesh.

Complete answer:
According to the area, Rajasthan is the largest state in India which is followed by Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and also Jammu and Kashmir.

Let us discuss some facts about our top five largest states in terms of area.
I. Rajasthan: Total area of Rajasthan is 342,239 square km which makes it the largest state of India in terms of area. It is situated to the west of India on the border of Pakistan. It is home to several cultures including the ruins which remain of the civilization of the Indus Valley.

II. Madhya Pradesh: Total area 308,245 square km. The state is located in the center of the country and is known for its 10th century temples.

III. Maharashtra: Total area 307,713 square km. The state covers both western and central parts of the country and consists of one of India’s largest cities: Mumbai.

IV. Uttar Pradesh: Total area 240,928 square km. The state is very popular with tourists as it is the state that contains the world-famous Taj Mahal.

V. Jammu and Kashmir: Total area 222,236 square km. It is mainly dominated by the Himalayan mountains and is known as Heaven on Earth. It can be found in the north of India.

Hence, the correct answer is option (B).

Note:Most important quick facts about Rajasthan:
1. The state of Rajasthan was formed on 30 March 1949 .
2. The capital of the State is Jaipur and also the largest city.
3. The state is the seventh-largest by population.