Question

    Which was the first Indian state formed based on

    linguistic lines after independence?
    A Tamil Nadu Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Gujarat Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Andhra Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Telangana Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Andhra Pradesh was established as the first linguistic state in 1953, after the death of Potti Sriramulu who fasted for 56 days to demand a separate state for Telugu-speaking people.

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