Which of the following states came into being as the 23rd, 24th and 25th states of the Indian Union in 1987?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Goa.
In 1987, the Indian Union saw the formation of three new states: Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, and Goa, which became the 23rd, 24th, and 25th states, respectively. Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram, located in the northeastern region, were granted statehood on February 20 and February 21, 1987, respectively. Goa, located on the western coast of India, became a state on May 30, 1987. This reorganization was part of India's ongoing efforts to address regional aspirations and administrative efficiency.