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Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Muslims are the largest religious minority in India.
2.They form the majority in Kashmir valley, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: Muslims, the largest religious minority, are concentrated in Jammu & Kashmir, certain districts of West Bengal and Kerala, many districts of Uttar Pradesh, in and around Delhi and in Lakshadweep. They form the majority in Kashmir valley and Lakshadweep.

Source: NCERT

Q. Consider the following statements: 1.Muslims are the largest religious minority in India. 2.They form the majority in Kashmir valley, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Muslims are the largest religious minority in India.
2.They form the majority in Kashmir valley, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?