Maharashtra becomes Largest Economy in India; UP becomes 2nd largest

Current Context: Maharashtra is the largest economy in India with a Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of approximately USD 435 billion for the fiscal year 2022-23.

• It contributes significantly to the national industrial output and is also India’s second most industrialized state.
• Uttar Pradesh (UP) has recently emerged as the second-largest economy in India.
• This is a significant achievement for the state, which has managed to increase its share in the country’s GDP to 9.2%.
• The efforts of the government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have been highlighted in this economic growth.

Question:

Q.1 Which state has the largest economy in India?
a. Uttar Pradesh
b. Maharashtra
c. Tamil Nadu
d. Gujarat