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According to the findings of the Second Water Bodies Census, which state recorded the highest number of water bodies?

A Maharashtra
B Uttar Pradesh
C Tamil Nadu
D Madhya Pradesh

Correct answer: (a) Maharashtra

Explanation

Option A is correct because Maharashtra recorded the highest number of water bodies at 4.74 lakh, followed by Uttar Pradesh at 2.86 lakh. Options A, B, and D do not hold the top rank in this census.

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