Mains • GS-I • 2017 • Q.9
GS-I
In the context of the diversity of India, can it be said that the regions form cultural units rather than the States? Give reasons with examples for your viewpoint.
Syllabus Connection
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. (GS-I)
NCERT Connection
Ch.2: The Demographic Structure of the Indian Society
Sociology • Class 12 • Indian Society
Ch.1: Introducing Indian Society
Sociology • Class 12 • Indian Society
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