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Which of the following statements concerning Scheduled Castes (SC) population in India are correct ?

The highest percentage of SC population out of the total population of the state is found in Punjab.
Bihar is the second largest state in respect of total SC population in India
Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of SC population in India
Among the Indian states, the lowest percentage of SC population out of the total population of the state is found in Goa

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

1, 2 and 3

1 and 3 only

2 and 4 only

1, 2 and 4

Explanation:

- Statement 1: Punjab does indeed have the highest percentage of Scheduled Caste (SC) population when compared to the total population of the state.

- Statement 2: Bihar is not the second largest state in terms of total SC population. West Bengal holds this position.

- Statement 3: Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of SC population in India.

- Statement 4: Goa has one of the lowest percentages of SC population, but it is not necessarily the lowest among Indian states. States like Sikkim have lower percentages.

- Option 2 (1 and 3 only): This option is correct as it includes the accurate statements.

By: Parvesh Mehta

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