Explain the following in two sentences:Linguistic States in India
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Linguistic states are the states divided on the basis of language.It is common in a multilingual country like India where diverse languages are spoken.So, for better administration and reduction of the possibility of regional conflicts in future, states in India were carved out on linguistic basis.
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How the map of India was redrawn on the lines of language
- 1953: Andhra Pradesh is separated from Madras.
- 1956: States across India are reorganised.
- 1960: Maharashtra and Gujarat are created.
- 1966: Punjab and Haryana are separated.
- 1972: North Eastern states are created.
- 2000: Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Uttaranchal are created.
- 2014: Telangana is formed from Andhra Pradesh.
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