UPSC Polity Question
Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the process to create a new district in our country?
A. States can create new district after the resolution by state legislative assembly and subsequent ratification by the President of India.
B. In order to create a new district in a state, legislation is made by the Parliament of India.
C. States can create new districts by executive action or passing a law in the State Assembly.
D. It is mandatory to seek approval of the union Home Ministry for creation of new district in any state in India.
Correct Answer:
C. States can create new districts by executive action or passing a law in the State Assembly.
Explanation:
The power to create, abolish, or alter the boundaries of districts lies exclusively with the State governments. They can do so either by issuing an executive order or by passing a law in the state legislative assembly. The central government has no role in this process, although its approval is required if the name of a district is to be changed.