Indian States Geography

Maharashtra is India's second-most populous state, with over 112 million residents (after Uttar Pradesh). Option C correctly identifies this demographic fact. Note the spelling error in 'Maharshtra'.

Majuli Island in the Brahmaputra River (Assam) is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest river island. It is formed by the Brahmaputra River and is a unique ecological and cultural site. The other states listed don't contain this geographical feature.

Madhya Pradesh is India's largest soyabean-producing state, often called the 'Soyabean State'. It contributes over 60% of the country's total soyabean production, far ahead of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh which are also producers but on a much smaller scale.

Gujarat has the highest number of airports among Indian states. The state has an extensive network including both international and domestic airports. Kerala, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh also have significant airport infrastructure but fewer than Gujarat.

West Bengal has India's highest population density among major states at approximately 1,029 people per square kilometer. While Uttar Pradesh has the largest total population, West Bengal's smaller land area combined with high population gives it maximum density. Bihar ranks second.

Punjab has the highest percentage of Scheduled Caste (SC) population among Indian states at approximately 31-32%, significantly higher than the national average of around 16.6%. This is due to historical demographic patterns and social structure in the state.

Kerala has the world's largest deposit of monazite sand, which contains significant amounts of thorium, particularly along its coastal areas. The state's coastal regions, especially in Kollam district, are rich in this rare mineral critical for nuclear energy programs.

Uttar Pradesh has been India's most populous state since independence, with over 190 million people as per the 2001 census. Maharashtra is the second most populous state, followed by Bihar and Madhya Pradesh.

Rajasthan is India's largest state by area, covering 342,239 square kilometers (about 10.4% of India's total area). It's located in northwestern India and is known for the Thar Desert. Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh are all smaller than Rajasthan.

Jammu and Kashmir is indeed the northernmost state of India (as of when this data was current, before the 2019 reorganization). The state's territory extended to the Siachen Glacier and the Karakoram range, making it India's northernmost point. This geography is fundamental to understanding India's northern boundaries.

Madhya Pradesh is India's largest producer of soyabean, often called the 'Soya State' due to its favorable soil and climate conditions for the crop. The state contributes significantly to India's soyabean output used for oil, cattle feed, and soy products. Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh are major agricultural states but Madhya Pradesh leads specifically in soyabean cultivation.

Gujarat has the highest number of airports among Indian states, including both international and domestic airports. This is due to its extensive coastline, industrial development, and strategic location. Key airports include Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, and several others serving both commercial and industrial needs.

According to Census 2001, Puducherry (then Pondicherry) had the highest sex ratio of 1001 females per 1000 males among all Union Territories. Lakshadweep also has a high sex ratio but not the highest. This reflects the favorable gender demographics in the region.