The Constitution of India provides for the creation of a new state in India by the President on the recommendation of which body?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Union Cabinet.
The Constitution of India provides for the creation of a new state by the President on the recommendation of the Union Cabinet. The process involves the Cabinet submitting a proposal to the President, who then recommends the proposal to Parliament. Parliament must pass a law to effectuate the creation of a new state, based on the Cabinet's recommendation and after considering the views of the concerned state legislature, if applicable.