Where is Dharavi slum located?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Maharashtra
Bombay is the old name of Mumbai, the capital of Maharashtra.
Note 1: The given answer is as per the official NTA Answer Key. The book does not say in clear words that Dharavi is in Maharashtra. It only says that Dharavi is part of central Bombay.
Note 2: The Dharavi box never says Maharashtra; it only says Bombay. When the book names a city, know its state as well.
NCERT (2026-27):
Box: Dharavi–Asia’s Largest Slum |
