Q70
On which day was Maharashtra formed after separation from Bombay State?
A.
1st May, 1960
AnswerB.
15th August, 1947
C.
1st November, 1956
D.
20th October, 1962
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
On 1st May 1960, Maharashtra formed after separation from Bombay State. The Bombay Reorganisation Act of 1960, which resulted in the two separate states of Maharashtra and Gujarat, was enacted by the Parliament of India on 25th April 1960, and thus, on 1st May 1960, Maharashtra attained its statehood.