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Why did the Central Government initially resist the formation of linguistic States?

1

Concerns about economic disparities

2

Fear of political disintegration

3

Increased administrative efficiency

4

Desire for centralized control

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Answer

B. Fear of political disintegration

Solution:

The Central Government's initial resistance to linguistic States was primarily due to fears that it might lead to political disintegration, impacting national unity.

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