Section 99 of The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014
On and from the appointed day, in section 15 of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956, in clause (e), for the words "Andhra Pradesh", the words "Andhra Pradesh and Telangana" shall be substituted.
Summary
- This section amends Section 15 of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956 on and from the appointed day.
- It modifies clause (e) of Section 15 of the 1956 Act.
- It substitutes the words "Andhra Pradesh" with "Andhra Pradesh and Telangana" in that clause.
- It formally includes the newly formed State of Telangana in the Southern Zonal Council alongside Andhra Pradesh.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What are the exact words substituted in the 1956 Act by Section 99 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014?
Section 99 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014 substitutes the words "Andhra Pradesh" with the words "Andhra Pradesh and Telangana".
2. In which specific clause of Section 15 of the 1956 Act is the substitution made under Section 99 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014?
The substitution is made in clause (e) of Section 15 of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.
Test yourself
Q1.Which Act is amended by Section 99 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014?
Q2.Under Section 99 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, in which clause of Section 15 of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956 is the substitution made?
Q3.What words are substituted for "Andhra Pradesh" under Section 99 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014?
Q4.When does the amendment made by Section 99 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014 to the States Reorganisation Act, 1956 take effect?