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Rajasthan total area makes it which rank by size among Indian states?

Correct answer: (B) Largest state by area.

Rajasthan is the largest Indian state by area, covering 342,239 square kilometres, or about 10.4% of India’s total geographical area.

  1. (A)

    Second largest

  2. (B)

    Largest state by area

  3. (C)

    Third largest

  4. (D)

    Smallest state

Explanation

Rajasthan ranks first among Indian states by area. The Resident Commissioner, Rajasthan profile describes Rajasthan as India’s largest state by area and gives its extent as 342,239 square kilometres, which is about 10.4% of India’s total area. Rajasthan is therefore not second or third by area; its 342,239 square kilometres place it ahead of every other Indian state by geographical extent. For RAS preparation, area rank must be separated from other possible state comparisons, and Rajasthan stands at the top on geographical area.

Why the other options are wrong

  • (A) Second largest is wrong because the Resident Commissioner, Rajasthan profile identifies Rajasthan as India’s largest state by area.
  • (C) Third largest is wrong because Rajasthan’s 342,239 square kilometres place it first by area, not third.
  • (D) Smallest state is wrong because Rajasthan’s 342,239 square kilometres make it India’s largest state by area.

Concept

The Rajasthan geography syllabus covers the state’s basic geographical profile, especially area and rank. Area, location and state-profile facts are standard entry points in RAS geography.

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