Which Indian state was the first to be formed on a linguistic basis in independent India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which Indian state was the first to be formed on a linguistic basis in independent India?

A. Kerala

B. Karnataka

C. Tamil Nadu

D. Andhra Pradesh

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Andhra Pradesh was formed in 1953 after the death of Potti Sriramulu, who fasted unto death for a separate Telugu state.

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