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Correct Answer: Option (C) — A-5; B-3; C-1; D-2
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference Verified- Region A (Punjab/Haryana border region) has Sikhs as the largest religious group/minority.
- Region B (Rajasthan/Gujarat) has a significant concentration of Jains.
- Region C (Madhya Pradesh/Maharashtra borders) has Buddhists as a major minority.
- Region D (Coastal Andhra Pradesh) has Christians as a significant religious minority.
Region A is clearly located around Punjab/Haryana, which corresponds to Sikhs (5) -> A must be 5. This eliminates options (b) and (d).
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