Geography Political Geography in India

Q. Among the following Union Territories of India, which one has the largest size?

A
Daman and Diu
B
Pondicherry
C
Lakshadweep
D
Chandigarh

Correct Answer

Pondicherry

More Questions on Geography

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    B)1 only
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