Question

Q. Which of the following statements regarding the 7th constitutional amendment Act are correct?

Select the correct statement using the code below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. None of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: It abolished the existing classification of states into four categories i.e., Part A, Part B, Part C and Part D states, and reorganised them into 14 states and 6 union territories.

The new states formed were on the rationale of :

• Preservation and strengthening of the unity and security of the country.
• Linguistic and cultural homogeneity.
• Financial, economic and administrative considerations.
• Planning and promotion of the welfare of the people in each state as well as of the nation as a whole.

Statement 2 is correct: It provided for the establishment of a common high court for two or more states.

Additional learning:

It also extended the jurisdiction of high courts to union territories.

It provided for the appointment of additional and acting judges of the high court.