GS PrelimsHistory (Modern India)Miscellaneous2008

Which was the Capital of Andhra State when it was made a separate State in the year 1953?

A

Guntur

B

Kurnool

C

Nellore

D

Warangal

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. The Andhra State was created as the first linguistic state in India in 1953, carved out of the Madras State. 2. When it was made a separate State, Kurnool served as its Capital. 3. Later, in 1956, the Telugu-speaking areas of Hyderabad State were merged with Andhra State to form Andhra Pradesh, and Hyderabad became the new capital.

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