Question

The states of Punjab and Haryana, created in 1966, were on the recommendation of:

• A. Mahajan Commission
• B. Dass Commission
• C. Shah Commission
• D. Dhar Commission

Hint:

The \textbf{Shah Commission} recommended the separation of Haryana from Punjab in \textbf{1966}.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The Shah Commission, headed by Justice J. C. Shah, was appointed in 1966 to look into the reorganization of Punjab. Based on its recommendations, Haryana was carved out from Punjab as a separate state, and Chandigarh was made a Union Territory.