Question

Which Constitutional Amendment ended the Parts A, B and C categories of States and implemented the States Reorganization Scheme?

• A. The Constitution (Fourth Amendment) Act, 1955
• B. The Constitution (Fifth Amendment) Act, 1955
• C. The Constitution (Sixth Amendment) Act, 1956
• D. The Constitution (Seventh Amendment) Act, 1956

Hint:

Remember the year 1956 is the "Year of Reorganization". Only two options have 1956, and the 7th is the most significant one from that era dealing with state boundaries.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Initially, the Indian Constitution classified states into four categories: Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D. Following the recommendations of the States Reorganisation Commission (Fazl Ali Commission), this complex system was abolished.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
The Seventh Amendment Act, 1956 was enacted to give constitutional effect to the plan of reorganization of states on linguistic lines.
Key features:
- It abolished the existing classification of states (Parts A, B, C, and D).
- It reorganized the country into 14 States and 6 Union Territories.
- It amended the First Schedule of the Constitution.
- It also included other provisions like the appointment of the same person as Governor for two or more states.
Step 3: Final Answer:
The 7th Amendment Act, 1956, implemented the States Reorganization Scheme.