The union government of India had in 2011 decided to establish a National Institute of Design in the states of: (A) Andhra Pradesh (B) Kerala (C) Assam (D) Goa (E) Haryana Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is 'Andhra Pradesh, Assam, and Haryana'. Key Points Decision to Establish National Institutes of Design (NID): In 2011, the Government of India decided to set up new National Institutes of Design (NID) in various states to promote design education and research. The states chosen for the establishment of these new NIDs were Andhra Pradesh, Assam, and Haryana. The initiative was part of a broader strategy to meet the growing demand for design professionals in India and to ensure a geographically diverse spread of design institutions. Additional Information Other Options Explained: Option 1 (Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Assam): This option is incorrect because Kerala was not chosen for the establishment of a new NID in 2011. Option 2 (Kerala, Assam, and Goa): This option is incorrect as neither Kerala nor Goa were selected for new NIDs in 2011. Option 4 (Goa and Haryana): This option is incorrect because Goa was not included in the list of states for new NIDs in 2011.