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1. This state is the northernmost state in India. It is located mostly in the Himalaya Mountains and is considered disputed with Pakistan and China. This state has two capitals and is an important state for Muslims, Hindus and Buddhists. Tourism here is popular but waves of violence and civil unrest keep many people away. Which state is this?
2. This next state is landlocked and located in central India. It is the second largest state in the country by area. The state is largely rural and covered with forests, caves, lakes and diamond mines. It is home to Bhopal, the city where a gas leak killed thousands of people in 1984. Which state is this?
3. This state is located in southern India and is nicknamed God's Own Country because of its beauty. This state is also very well known for its spices and coconuts. The state has a wide diversity of plants and animals, many of which can only be found there. It is a popular tourist destination with many people flocking to Punnamada Lake to see the snake boat races (pictured). Which state is this?
4. This state is located in eastern India and connects the small, Himalayan states to the rest of India via a narrow strip of land, colloquially called the Chicken's Neck. Historically, this states was the core of the British Empire in India. Today, it is the cultural and educational capital of India and home to the Darjeeling tea plantations. Kolkata is located here. Geographically, the state is prone to flooding during the monsoon seasons because the Ganges River flows through it. Which state is this?
5. This state is the largest by area in India, although much of it is covered by the Thar Desert. It is located on the western border of India. The Indus Valley Civilization was primarily located here and many ruins from that civilization can be found there. There are also many pilgrimage sites for those who practice Jainism including the Dilwara Temples (pictured). This state is also well known for its bird and tiger sanctuaries. Which state is this?
6. This state is the most populous in India and is thus one of the main economic centers in India, particularly in tourism industry. This state is home to some of India's most iconic sites including the Taj Mahal (pictured), Agra Fort and the holy city of Varanasi. This state is geographically diverse with the Himalayas in the north and fertile plains in the south. Which state is this?
7. This state is India's southernmost. This state was home to many ancient civilizations whose ruins can still be seen at places like the Great Living Chola Temples (pictured). The city of Chennai is located here. Chennai is famous for its auto industry and its film industry called Kollywood. Which state is this?
8. This state borders three countries: China, Bhutan and Myanmar. This state is also claimed by China and contains India's easternmost point. It is very religiously diverse and has a lot of important Buddhist sites including Tawang Monastery. Which state is this?
9. This state is the smallest in India and is located on the country's west coast. This state's history and culture are heavily influenced by the Portuguese. Although it is a small state, it is (per capita) India's richest and very well known internationally for its beaches and nightlife. Which state is this?
10. This state is one of the most populous and economically important states in India. It is located on India's west coast. The cities on Mumbai and Pune can be found here. Among the many famous sites here are the Ellora Caves, the Gateway of India (pictured) and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. Which state is this?
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