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SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 47

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 28 June 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q47

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In which year was the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act passed?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 2014.

  • The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act was passed in 2014.
  • Specifically, the President's assent was given on March 1, 2014.
  • This act led to the formation of the new state of Telangana from the existing state of Andhra Pradesh. 
  • Andhra Pradesh currently has 26 districts.
  • Visakhapatnam district is the smallest district in area while Prakasam district is the largest.
  • Nellore district is the most populous whereas Parvathipuram Manyam district is the least populous district.