Which of the following has now got the status of a full-fledged state?

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On: 19 Dec, 2018 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Sikkim

Key Points

Sikkim was granted the status of a full-fledged state of India on 16th May 1975.
Sikkim became the 22nd state of India after the 36th Amendment to the Constitution of India.
Prior to becoming a state, Sikkim was an Indian protectorate, meaning it was under the protection and partial control of India but was not fully integrated.
The transition to statehood was a result of a referendum held in Sikkim, where the majority of the population voted in favor of joining India as a state.
Sikkim is known for its unique cultural heritage and scenic beauty, attracting tourists from around the world.

Additional Information

Chandigarh is a Union Territory and the capital of both Punjab and Haryana.
Pondicherry (now Puducherry) is a Union Territory with special administrative status.
Lakshadweep is a Union Territory comprising a group of islands in the Arabian Sea.
The status of these regions as Union Territories means they are directly governed by the Central Government of India.
The constitutional amendment process for integrating new states is outlined in Article 2 and Article 3 of the Indian Constitution.