Question

Which state is called the brother of the seven states (seven sisters) of the North-East region of India?

• A. Sikkim
• B. West Bengal
• C. Assam
• D. Manipur

Hint:

Remember: The Seven Sisters are Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura — while Sikkim is popularly called their “brother.”

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Seven Sisters
- The Seven Sisters of Northeast India include Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura.
- These states are collectively known for their geographical and cultural uniqueness.
Step 2: The role of Sikkim
- Sikkim is not geographically counted among the Seven Sisters.
- However, due to its proximity and strong cultural, social, and economic ties with the Northeast, it is popularly called the “Brother” of the Seven Sisters.
Step 3: Analyzing the options
- (A) Sikkim: Correct, called the brother of the Seven Sisters.
- (B) West Bengal: Incorrect, though it connects the Northeast via the Siliguri Corridor, it is not called the brother.
- (C) Assam: Incorrect, Assam is itself one of the Seven Sisters.
- (D) Manipur: Incorrect, also part of the Seven Sisters.
Step 4: Conclusion
Thus, the state called the brother of the Seven Sisters of Northeast India is Sikkim.
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