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Reorganization of States

5 UPSC Mains GS I questions on Reorganization of States, 2013 to 2026, newest first, as UPSC set them. See also practice questions on Reorganization of States toppers answered.

  1. 2026 Q12Linguistic reorganization of Indian States was driven by popular pressure from below. Comment.15 marks · 250 words
  2. 2022 Q11The political and administrative reorganization of states and territories has been a continuous ongoing process since the mid-nineteenth century. Discuss with examples.15 marks · 250 words
  3. 2018 Q12Discuss whether formation of new states in recent times is beneficial or not for the economy of India.15 marks · 250 words
  4. 2016 Q6Has the formation of linguistic States strengthened the cause of Indian Unity?12.5 marks · 200 words
  5. 2013 Q18Growing feeling of regionalism is an important factor in generation of demand for a separate State. Discuss.10 marks · 200 words

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