States with highest and lowest divorce rates in India

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In India, the divorce rate has risen sharply in recent years. The divorce rate varies from one state to another. Let us look at the states with the highest and lowest divorce rates.

Maharashtra

Among all the states in India, Maharashtra has the highest record divorce rate with 18.7 percent.

Karnataka

Next up is Karnataka with an 11.7 percent divorce rate.

Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh has relatively low divorce and separation rates with 8.8 percent.

West Bengal

The divorce rate in West Bengal is 8.2 percent.

Delhi

While India's divorce rate is still one of the lowest in the world, extensive changes are apparent. The divorce rate in Delhi stands at 7.7 percent.