Question

In 1947, the boundaries of several old States of India were changed in order to create new States. This was

done to ensure that people who spoke the same language lived in the same State. Some States were created not on the

basis of language but to recognize differences based on culture, ethnicity or geography. These include States like

Nagaland, Uttarakhand and Jharkhand.

When the demand for the formation of States on the basis of language was raised, some national leaders feared

that it would lead to the disintegration of the country. The Central Government resisted linguistic States for some time.

But the experience has shown that the formation of linguistic States has actually made the country, more united. It has

also made administration easier.

23.1) What was the first and the major test for democratic politics in our country?

23.2) Why were the linguistic states created? What are their advantages?

23.3) Why did some leaders fear when the demand for formation of states on language was raised?

23.4) Name the state which was formed recently.​

Answer 1

Nagaland, Uttarakhand and Jharkhand.