Which two states gained statehood in 1987?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh
Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh became separate States in 1987; Nagaland was created in 1963, and Manipur, Tripura and Meghalaya in 1972.
NCERT (2025-26): “The North-East … Tripura, Manipur and Khasi Hills of Meghalaya were erstwhile Princely States which merged with India after Independence. The entire region of North-East has undergone considerable political reorganisation. Nagaland State was created in 1963; Manipur, Tripura and Meghalaya in 1972 while Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh became separate States only in 1987.” |