Question

Which one of the following is the reason that led to the formation of Andhra state in 1952 ?

• A. Realising the need to reorganise the internal boundaries of Indian states at the end of colonial rule.
• B. Reorganisation of the Indian National Congress on the basis of linguistic principle after Nagpur session in 1920.
• C. Death of the Congress leader, Potti Sriramulu which caused great unrest and led to resignation of several legislators of Madras in protest.
• D. The Tamil speaking people of old Madras province demanding the reorganisation of state on the basis of language.

Hint:

Andhra State was the first Indian state formed on a linguistic basis (1952/1953). This event compelled the Central Government to appoint the States Reorganisation Commission (SRC) in 1953 under Justice Fazal Ali.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C