Question

Read the following statements regarding the creation of States on the basis of language in India and choose the correct option:
I. Formation of states on the basis of language made the country more united and stronger.
II. Formation of states on the basis of language made administration easier.
III. Formation of states on the basis of language has weakened the federal structure.
IV. Formation of states on the basis of language led to the development of Indian languages.

• A. Only I, II and III are correct.
• B. Only II, III and IV are correct.
• C. Only I, II and IV are correct.
• D. Only I, III and IV are correct.

Hint:

The linguistic reorganization of states in India helped in promoting regional languages and cultures while maintaining national unity.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The reorganization of states based on language: - I. Fostered national unity by accommodating linguistic differences.
- II. Improved administrative effectiveness by aligning administrative divisions with language areas.
- IV. Promoted the growth of regional languages.
The federal structure was not weakened (statement III is false).
Therefore, the correct choice is option (C).