Question

Reasons for demand for separate states in india

Answer 1

Modern states are large and complex with several cultural and economic problems and historical experiences add complexity to their problems.

Since independence Indian state has to deal with the demands of separate statehood largely based on language, culture, ethnicity, religion etc.

Later the basis for separate statehood demands were largely shifted to better governance and greater participation, administrative convenience, economic viability in the developmental needs of sub regions.

The very beginning of 21st century in India also witnessed the creation of three new states- Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand and Jharkhand and more recently Telangana got the separate statehood.

As democracy takes firm roots such aspirations also grow. The hitherto neglected sections of the populations realise their own importance, demand new provinces or states want new borders and secure autonomy.

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