WBCS.LIVE practice question

In which year West Dinajpur district of West Bengal was divided into two districts namely North Dinajpur and South Dinajpur?

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

Answer options

  1. 1991
  2. 1990
  3. 1992
  4. 1994

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 1992

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) 1992 📚 Explanation: The original West Dinajpur district was divided into two new districts—North Dinajpur and South Dinajpur—on April 1, 1992. This administrative split was done to ensure better governance and development of the region. Both districts are now part of the Malda division in North Bengal. This reorganization helped in bringing public services closer to the residents of these rural areas.