Haryana

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. How big is Haryana?44,212 km² (17,070 sq mi), ranking 21st in India
2. What is the capital of Haryana?Chandigarh (co-capital with Punjab)
3. What language do people speak in Haryana?Hindi and Haryanvi
4. What is the most populous city?Faridabad
5. What is the GSDP per capita?5th highest in India at ₹240,000 (US$2,800)
6. Where is Haryana located in India?Haryana is in northern India and surrounds the capital city Delhi on the north, west, and south. It is part of the National Capital Region and borders Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh along the Yamuna River.

Linguistic Reorganisation: The process of redrawing state boundaries in India based on the predominant language spoken in a region.
National Capital Region (NCR): A multi-state urban agglomeration centered around Delhi, planned for coordinated development and economic integration.
Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP): The total monetary value of all final goods and services produced within Haryana in a specific fiscal year.
Special Economic Zone (SEZ): Geographically defined areas within a country offering preferential economic policies and incentives to attract investment and boost exports.