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Consider the following statements:

1. Opinion of the state government is sought before the boundary of the state can be altered.
2. The President of India does not play any role in the altering state's boundary.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is A 1 only
The Bill to alter boundaries of a state can be introduced only with the recommendation of the President.

The President seeks the views of the State Legislature on the Bill which seeks to alter its boundary

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