the establishment of new state after division
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Explanation:
Nearly every history book we’ve been taught has a line loosely formed somewhat like this: “India is a vast land of diversity” or “India is a perfect example of ‘Unity in Diversity’”.
Of course, growing up, we’ve always assumed that these lines are meant to talk about our vast treasures of culture, and just how beautifully different we all are- bound together in solidarity with the nation. That is the truth, yes, but there is another different layer buried underneath- one that not many manage to notice. It is not just the people of the country, but also, its very states that are diverse entities in themselves.
Ever wondered why we have exactly 29 number of states? Has that always been the case? No. Then, how did we reach here? Let’s find out. The history of India: a journey through 29 states.
At the time of independence, India comprised of more than 500 provinces and princely states. With independence also came partition. Under the British supervision, several Indian provinces were divided.
Bengal was one of the most crucial provinces to be divided- ‘sliced’ into two. Eastern Bengal became East Pakistan, while Western Bengal remained within the Indian territory.
On the West, Punjab was divided into East Punjab and West Punjab. West Punjab was given to newly-formed Pakistan, eastern Punjab stayed with India. Bombay province was divided into two- Bombay and Sind province. The latter became a part of Pakistan, the former retained in India.
Central provinces and Berar were merged to form the province of Madhya Pradesh, while United Provinces was formed by merging Rampur, Banaras, and Tehri Garhwal.
The boundary line dividing Bengal and Punjab provinces between India and Pakistan is known as the Radcliffe line.