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SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 39

SSC CGL - 12th June 2019 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q39

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In India, which of the following article of the Constitution of India provides for the formation of a new state?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Article 3.  

  • Article 3 of the Constitution of India provides for the formation of a new state.
  • Article 1 in the Constitution states that India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States.
  • Article 9 of the Indian Constitution says that a person who voluntarily acquires citizenship of any other country is no longer an Indian citizen.
  • Article 2 states that the Parliament may add or establish new states into the union of India.