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How were states reorganised after independence?
ABased on language
BBased on religion
CBased on size only
DRandomly
SSCClass 8 (SSC)History-Political Science (इतिहास-राज्यशास्त्र)Ch 14 · Topic 1
Formation of the State of Maharashtra
Maharashtra was formed as a separate state in 1960, following a significant movement demanding a state for Marathi-speaking people.
Core concept
After independence, states were reorganised based on language, but Maharashtra and Gujarat were initially combined into Bombay State.
How it works
The Samyukta Maharashtra Movement demanded a separate state for Marathi-speaking people, including Mumbai as its capital.
Why it matters
This movement involved significant public participation, protests, and sacrifices by many people advocating for linguistic state formation.
Key detail
On May 1, 1960, Maharashtra was finally formed as a separate state, fulfilling the long-standing demand of the movement.
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• After independence, states reorganised by language.
• Maharashtra, Gujarat initially combined: Bombay State.
• Samyukta Maharashtra Movement demanded separate state.
• This included Mumbai as capital demand.
• Movement involved public participation, protests.
• Many made sacrifices for this cause.
• May 1, 1960: Maharashtra formed as separate state.
• This fulfilled the movement's demand.