UPSC Prelims 2008·GS1·geography·indian geography

In India, how many States share the coastline?

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  1. A7
  2. B8
  3. C9Correct
  4. D10

Explanation

India has a total of 9 states that share a coastline. These states are spread across the western and eastern coasts. On the western coast, there are 5 states: Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and Kerala. On the eastern coast, there are 4 states: West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. While India also has Union Territories with coastlines, such as Puducherry, Daman and Diu, Lakshadweep, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the question specifically asks for the number of States. Therefore, the correct answer is 9.
geography: In India, how many States share the coastline?

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