Districts are arranged in descending order in terms of % schedule tribe population to total population (Census of India-2011). Choose the correct option:

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  1. U.S. Nagar, Dehradun, Pithoragarh, Chamoli
  2. Dehradun, U.S. Nagar, Pithoragarh, Chamoli 
  3. U.S. Nagar, Dehradun, Chamoli, Pithoragarh
  4. Dehradun, Chamoli, Pithoragarh, U.S. Nagar

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Option 1 : U.S. Nagar, Dehradun, Pithoragarh, Chamoli
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The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

  • Udham Singh Nagar (U.S. Nagar), being in the Terai region, has a comparatively higher absolute tribal population, though the percentage might vary depending on specific groups.
  • Dehradun has a notable tribal presence due to both hills and plains areas.
  • Pithoragarh and Chamoli are hill districts with tribal populations but generally lower percentages compared to U.S. Nagar.
  • U.S. Nagar > Dehradun > Pithoragarh > Chamoli

  • Hence, option 1 is correct.

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