History · Rise of Indian Nationalism
UGC NET June 2020 History
Nehru's reluctance to re-organise states on the linguistic basis had the support of which of the following? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
- 1. Mahatma Gandhi
- 2. Vallabhbhai Patel
- 3. E.M.S. Namboodiripad
- 4. C. Rajagopalachari
A1 and 2 only
B1 and 3 only
C2 and 3 only
D2 and 4 only ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 2 and 4 only — Vallabhbhai Patel and C. Rajagopalachari supported Nehru, so the answer is 2 and 4 only.
Explanation
★Vallabhbhai Patel and C. Rajagopalachari supported Nehru, so the answer is 2 and 4 only.
★Most Congress leaders opposed the creation of states on a linguistic basis for the unity of the country.
★Vallabhbhai Patel and C. Rajagopalachari supported Nehru's reluctance.
★Several committees were formed, the most significant being the JVP committee.
★It was named after Jawaharlal Nehru, Vallabhbhai Patel and Pattabhi Sitaramayya.
★After Potti Sriramulu died on a hunger strike, Andhra Pradesh became the first linguistic state.
Want more like this? Create a free account to practise a full test, track your progress, and get spaced-repetition review.
Shared by Mcqkart · via Mcqkart.in