In which of the following year did Nagaland, one of the 'Seven Sisters' of the North-East, come into existence as the 16th state of the Indian Republic?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → 1963
Nagaland became the 16th state of India on 1 December 1963, under the State of Nagaland Act, 1962. It was carved out of the Naga Hills–Tuensang Area, which had earlier been administered as part of Assam; its capital is Kohima.