Who among the following has the power to form a new State within the Union of India?
A
President
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B
Prime Minister
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C
Supreme Court
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D
Speaker of Lok Sabha
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Solution
The correct option is A President
The President is an integral part of Parliament and enjoys several legislative powers which include-
The power to form a new state. The bill for forming a new State can be introduced by any House of the parliament. But before introducing the bill prior approval or consent of President is mandatory.