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2. Jammu & Kashmir
J&K is also in the 'Alarmingly Corrupt' category. The strife-torn Indian state has been a constant battleground between Indian security forces and terrorists. Terror strikes have reduced the once-booming tourism trade in the state to nothing but a distant memory. Corruption is thus rife in this state, currently under President's Rule. About the survey: The survey found that the police department in all these states tops the corruption chart, followed by others -- including the forest department, land records/registration and housing. Electricity, banking, education, water supply and the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme fell under the other corrupt services. Business Updates

3. Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh, which according to the Transperancy Internation India survey is 'Alarmingly Corrupt,' has since long been a victim of nepotism and corruption. The chief minister of the mineral-rich state is Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The survey ascertained that nearly Rs 883 crore (Rs 8.83 billion) was paid as bribes in the year 2007 by BPL (below poverty line) families to avail of these public services -which include getting a ration card as well as for admissions in schools. Of the entire bribe money, Rs 214.8 crore (Rs 2.148 billion) was paid to the police.

4. Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh's economic mainstay is agriculture. Most of the state's employed people are engaged in this activity. It is one of India's major tourist hubs, especially since it houses the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra.. The state also has some large manufacturing units and is one of the top IT centres in India too. The state is fighting a losing battle against corruption, and has been categorized in the 'Alarmingly Corrupt' bracket. It is India's most populous state. Mayawati is the state's current chief minister. Bigg Boss 2 Updates

5. Karnataka
Karnataka is one of India's most economically progressive states, which is why the bracketing of the state among the 'Very Highly Corrupt' states comes as a surprise. It's growth has been amongst the fastest in the country, and it has been the hub for the software sector and also for industries. The chief minister of the state is B S Yeddyurappa.