Question

How many states and union territories were there in India in 1956?

• A. 13 states and 7 Union Territories
• B. 14 states and 6 Union Territories
• C. 16 states and 8 Union Territories
• D. 12 states and 6 Union Territories

Answer 1

The correct option is B 14 states and 6 Union Territories

On 31st August, 1956, the leaders of our nation enacted the States Reorganisation Act. This act essentially sought to define the boundaries of Indian states and territories and organize them based on linguistic lines.The country was reorganised into 14 states and 6 Union Territories.