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Polity question from Social Forest Worker exam, 2026 by JKSSB

Chronologically arrange the following states based on the elevation to the status of a state under the Constitution of India. 
I. Himachal Pradesh 
II. Nagaland 
III. Arunachal Pradesh 
 IV. Statehood to Sikkim  

Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Correct Answer: Option C — II-I-IV-III
Chronological Order of Statehood:
II. Nagaland (1963): Became the 16th state of India on December 1, 1963, by the State of Nagaland Act, 1962.

I. Himachal Pradesh (1971): Elevated from a Union Territory to the 18th state of India on January 25, 1971, under the State of Himachal Pradesh Act, 1970.

IV. Sikkim (1975): Became the 22nd state of India on May 16, 1975, via the 36th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1975.

III. Arunachal Pradesh (1987): Elevated from a Union Territory to the 24th state of India on February 20, 1987, under the State of Arunachal Pradesh Act, 1986.
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.

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JKSSB Social Forest Worker 2026

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Recruitment Social Forest Worker
Year 2026
Subject Polity
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