WBCS.LIVE practice question

How many districts are there in West Bengal?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 20
  2. 19
  3. 23
  4. 25

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 23

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C. 23 šŸ“š Explanation: As of 2022, there are 23 administrative districts in West Bengal. These districts are divided among five administrative divisions: Jalpaiguri, Malda, Burdwan, Presidency, and Medinipur. The number of districts has increased over time as larger districts were divided for better administration. For example, Paschim Medinipur and Purba Medinipur were created from the original Medinipur district.