Multiple choice

The old name of which state/union territory is wrongly given

  1. Karnataka - Mysore

  2. Tamil Nadu - Madras

  3. Lakshadweep - Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi

  4. Meghalaya - Eastern Hill Province

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Karnataka was Mysore State (renamed 1973), Tamil Nadu was Madras (renamed 1969), Lakshadweep was Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi Islands (renamed 1973). Meghalaya was NEVER called 'Eastern Hill Province' - it was part of Assam as 'United Khasi and Jaintia Hills' and 'Garo Hills' districts before becoming a state in 1972.