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Download Solution PDFGeographically, which is the smallest state of India?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Goa.
Key Points
- Goa is the smallest state in India (by area) and its capital is Panaji.
- The total geographical area of Goa is about 1,429 square miles (3,702 square km).
- Goa became completely free from the Portuguese in 1961.
- Operation Vijay was the action of India's armed forces to liberate Goa from the Portuguese.
- Goa became a part of the Indian union in 1962 and attained statehood in 1987.
- Goa is the 25th state of India.
- Goa became a full-fledged state on 30th May 1987.
- In Puranas Goa is known as 'Gomanta, Goapuri'.
- Goa is the first state to establish post offices in entire villages.
- Goa is the only state in India to have a uniform civil code.
- The National Institute of Oceanography is situated at Panaji in Goa.
- The high court of Goa is situated in Mumbai.
Important Points
- Sikkim is the smallest state in India as per population.
- Rajasthan is the largest state in India by area.
- Uttar Pradesh is the largest state in India in terms of population.
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