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Which amendment reorganized the states of India into 14 states and 6 Union Territories?

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

Answer options

  1. 1st Amendment Act
  2. 7th Amendment Act
  3. 14th Amendment Act
  4. 42nd Amendment Act

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 7th Amendment Act

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: B) 7th Amendment Act 📚 Explanation: The 7th Amendment Act of 1956 reorganized the Indian states into 14 states and 6 Union Territories. It also abolished the previous classification of states as Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D. This act was a landmark in the administrative restructuring of the country. This amendment further included specific provisions for appointing Additional and Acting Judges to various courts. It also enabled the establishment of a common High Court for two or more states. This helped in optimizing the judicial infrastructure across different regions.