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Correct Answer: Option (A) — India
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference VerifiedAmong the options listed (India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka), India had the highest population density (approx. 406 persons/sq km in 2008, and currently >435). In comparison, Sri Lanka had ~329, Pakistan ~246, and Nepal ~208 persons/sq km. (Note: Bangladesh has the highest density in South Asia overall, but was not included among the choices).
Among the given four options (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka), India's vast population relative to land area gives it the highest density.
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