BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 122
What is the (approximate) current population of Gaya city in Bihar, as per the options given?
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Answer: (A) 5,98,000
Explanation
The question says 'district', but Gaya district had ~43.9 lakh people (2011); the options only fit Gaya city, whose projected population is close to 6 lakh.
- (A) Correct
Correct: Gaya city had ~4.7 lakh people in 2011, projected near 6 lakh now; the closest option.
- (B) Incorrect
Wrong: below even the 2011 figure.
- (C) Incorrect
Wrong: higher than projections for the city.
- (D) Incorrect
Wrong: far too low.