Question

Which of the following political party led the movement for the formation of Punjabi Suba?

• A. Congress
• B. Lok Dal
• C. Akali Dal
• D. CPI

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The movement for the formation of Punjabi Suba (a Punjabi-speaking state) was primarily led by the Akali Dal. This political party, representing the Sikh community, campaigned for the linguistic reorganization of Punjab, which eventually led to the creation of the modern state of Punjab in 1966.

Additional Context:

• The movement gained momentum in the 1950s-60s.
• It resulted in the division of the earlier Punjab state into Punjab (Punjabi-speaking) and Haryana (Hindi-speaking).
• The central government accepted the demand after prolonged protests and the States Reorganization Commission's recommendations.