Q1. The reorganisation of Indian States on a linguistic basis took place in
(a) 1947
(b) 1950
(c) 1956
(d) 1962
(UPSC Prelims 1983)
Answer: (c) 1956
Explanation: The States Reorganisation Act of 1956 led to the formation of states based on linguistic lines, following demands for cultural and administrative coherence. This marked a major restructuring of India’s federal map.
Q2. The following States were created after 1960. Arrange them in chronological order:
A. Haryana
B. Sikkim
C. Meghalaya
D. Nagaland
(a) D, A, C, B
(b) A, B, C, D
(c) B, A, C, D
(d) A, B, D, C
Answer: (a) D, A, C, B
Explanation:
Chronological order of state formation:
- Nagaland (1963)
- Haryana (1966)
- Meghalaya (1972)
- Sikkim (1975)
This sequence reflects India’s post-independence reorganization of states.