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In the 1990s among the 41 most polluted cities of the world, Delhi ranked

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First

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Fourth

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Second

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Third

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Context of the Question**: The question asks about the ranking of Delhi among the most polluted cities in the world during the 1990s. 2. **Identify the Options**: The options provided are 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. 3. **Recall Relevant Information**: From the information provided in the video transcript, it is stated that Delhi was ranked among the most polluted cities in the 1990s. 4. **Determine the Correct Ranking**: According to the transcript, Delhi ranked 4th among the 41 most polluted cities in the world during the 1990s. 5. **Conclude the Answer**: Based on the information, the correct answer is that Delhi ranked 4th. **Final Answer**: Delhi ranked 4th among the 41 most polluted cities of the world in the 1990s. ---
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