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Topic Reorganisation of states
Asked 2 times in CDS over 6 years (2015–2021), peaking in 2015.
Key insights
- Most tested in CDS — 2 of 2 PYQs
- Most asked in 2015
- Recurs across 2 years (2015–2021)
Across exams
CDS · 2How the concept evolved
Long-running — most appearances (1 of 2) predate 2016, and it still returns.
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Sample questions
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CDS2021
Which of the following statements with regard to the creation of a new state or alteration of boundaries of states is/are correct?
- An amendment has to be moved in the Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution of India
- Ratification by one half of the states is necessary after the amendment is made by the Parliament
- The legislation can be passed by a simple majority of both Houses of Parliament
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- A 1 and 3 only
- B 2 only
- C 3 only ✓
- D 2 and 3 only
✓ Correct answer: (C)
Polity & Governance › Federalism & Centre-State
CDS2015
Which one of the following statements about the process of the Parliament to make new States is not correct?
- A The Parliament may by law form a new State and alter the boundaries or names of existing States.
- B A Bill to this effect cannot be introduced in the Parliament except on the recommendation of the President.
- C A Bill to this effect may be referred by the President to the Legislature of the affected State.
- D Such a law will fall under the purview of Article 368. ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
Polity & Governance › Federalism & Centre-State
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