Question 1603
In January 2022, Meghalaya cabinet has approved the recommendations of how many regional committees to resolve the Meghalaya-Assam border issue?
Answer
3
Why?
The correct answer is 3. Key Points Meghalaya cabinet has approved the recommendations of three regional committees, namely West Khasi Hills, Ri-Bhoi, East and West Jaintia Hills, to resolve the Meghalaya-Assam border issue. The committees were formed to examine the present status of the six areas of differences- Tarabari, Gizang, Hahim, Boklapara, Khanapara-Pilingkata, and Ratacherra. Important Points The regional committees comprised of members from both Assam and Meghalaya . The regional committees had meticulously gone and visited 36 villages in six areas where the dispute is about 36.79 sq km. Both the Chief Minister of Assam and Meghalaya will proceed to New Delhi to meet the Union Home Minister and submit a common report as both the States have agreed 100 per cent to the recommendations of the regional committees. Additional Information Meghalaya: Lok Sabha seats - 2. Rajya Sabha seats - 1. State Animal - Clouded leopard. State Bird - Common hill myna. National Parks - Balphakram National Park, Nokrek Ridge National Park.
