Which of the following groups of states has the largest concentration of rural
poor and people living below the poverty line?


A) Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa

B) Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra

C) Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa

D) Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer:
D) Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu


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