The creation of Telangana as a separate State in 2014 involved its bifurcation from which existing State?

Which statement best describes the Indian Constitution's approach to federalism?

Consider the following statements regarding the evolution of state boundaries in India: 1. At the time of independence, the provinces were organized primarily based on linguistic distinctiveness to ensure cultural homogeneity. 2. The integration of princely states involved their merger into existing provinces or the creation of new administrative units. 3. The renaming of states, such as Mysore to Karnataka, reflects the constitutional flexibility regarding the identity of constituent units. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following is a subject under the Union List?

Consider the following statements regarding the All-India Services (AIS): 1. Officers chosen for these services serve only in the administration of the Union government. 2. An IAS officer serving as a District Collector is under the ultimate disciplinary control of the Central government. 3. States can neither take disciplinary action against nor remove these officers from service. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following is a subject under the Concurrent List?