{"id":47271,"date":"2026-03-01T21:13:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-01T15:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=47271"},"modified":"2026-03-01T21:13:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-01T15:43:02","slug":"kerala-renamed-as-keralam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/","title":{"rendered":"Kerala Renamed as Keralam: Union Cabinet Approval and Article 3 Constitutional Process Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#Kerala_renamed_as_Keralam_after_Union_Cabinet_approval_under_Article_3_of_the_Constitution_Learn_the_constitutional_process_historical_background_and_exam-relevant_key_facts_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_PSC_exams\" >Kerala renamed as Keralam after Union Cabinet approval under Article 3 of the Constitution. Learn the constitutional process, historical background, and exam-relevant key facts for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence and PSC exams.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >\ud83d\udccc Why This News Is Important<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Historical_Context_Background_of_Keralas_Name_Change\" >\ud83d\udccc Historical Context: Background of Kerala\u2019s Name Change<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CUnion_Cabinet_Approves_Kerala_to_Keralam%E2%80%9D\" >\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from \u201cUnion Cabinet Approves Kerala to Keralam\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#FAQs_Union_Cabinet_Approves_Renaming_of_Kerala_to_%E2%80%9CKeralam%E2%80%9D\" >FAQs: Union Cabinet Approves Renaming of Kerala to \u201cKeralam\u201d<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#1_Which_constitutional_provision_allows_the_renaming_of_a_state_in_India\" >1. Which constitutional provision allows the renaming of a state in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#2_Who_approved_the_proposal_to_rename_Kerala_as_Keralam\" >2. Who approved the proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#3_What_is_the_next_step_after_Cabinet_approval\" >3. What is the next step after Cabinet approval?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#4_Why_is_the_name_being_changed_from_Kerala_to_Keralam\" >4. Why is the name being changed from Kerala to Keralam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#5_When_was_Kerala_originally_formed\" >5. When was Kerala originally formed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#6_Does_the_State_Legislature_have_the_final_authority_to_approve_the_name_change\" >6. Does the State Legislature have the final authority to approve the name change?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#7_Have_other_Indian_states_changed_their_names_before\" >7. Have other Indian states changed their names before?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#8_Which_schedule_of_the_Constitution_will_be_amended_after_the_change\" >8. Which schedule of the Constitution will be amended after the change?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#9_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_exams\" >9. Why is this news important for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#10_Is_a_constitutional_amendment_required_to_rename_a_state\" >10. Is a constitutional amendment required to rename a state?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/kerala\/kerala-renamed-as-keralam\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kerala_renamed_as_Keralam_after_Union_Cabinet_approval_under_Article_3_of_the_Constitution_Learn_the_constitutional_process_historical_background_and_exam-relevant_key_facts_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_PSC_exams\"><\/span>Kerala renamed as Keralam after Union Cabinet approval under Article 3 of the Constitution. Learn the constitutional process, historical background, and exam-relevant key facts for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence and PSC exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Union Cabinet Approves Renaming Kerala as \u201cKeralam\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Historic Move by the Union Cabinet<\/strong><br>The <strong>Union Cabinet<\/strong>, chaired by <strong>Prime Minister Narendra Modi<\/strong>, has approved a landmark proposal to rename the Indian state of <strong>Kerala<\/strong> to <strong>\u201cKeralam.\u201d<\/strong> This decision, taken on <strong>24 February 2026<\/strong>, marks the beginning of the constitutional process to officially alter the name of the state under <strong>Article 3 of the Constitution of India<\/strong> \u2014 the same constitutional provision that allows Parliament to change a state\u2019s name, boundaries, or territorial limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Constitutional and Legislative Procedure Ahead<\/strong><br>Once the Cabinet gives its approval, the constitutional steps begin. The <strong>President of India<\/strong> will refer the <strong>Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026<\/strong> to the <strong>Kerala Legislative Assembly<\/strong> for expressing its views. After receiving the Assembly\u2019s opinion, the Union Government will introduce the Bill in the <strong>Parliament of India<\/strong>, where it must be passed by a <strong>simple majority<\/strong> in both Houses. Finally, the Bill will require the <strong>President\u2019s assent<\/strong> to become law and amend the <strong>First Schedule of the Constitution<\/strong>, which currently lists the state\u2019s name as \u201cKerala.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale Behind the Renaming<\/strong><br>The primary objective behind this proposal is to reflect the <strong>state\u2019s linguistic and cultural identity<\/strong> in its official English name. While the state has functioned under the name \u201cKerala\u201d since its reorganisation in <strong>1956<\/strong>, the original name in the native <strong>Malayalam language<\/strong> has always been <strong>\u201cKeralam.\u201d<\/strong> Supporters of the renaming argue that this change restores the state\u2019s authentic identity in official and constitutional records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Political and Cultural Impact<\/strong><br>The move comes at a time when the <strong>Kerala Assembly elections<\/strong> are approaching, lending additional political relevance to the decision. The proposal was initially passed as a <strong>unanimous resolution by the Kerala Legislative Assembly in June 2024<\/strong>, urging the Centre to take action to change the official name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Public and Literary Sentiments<\/strong><br>The decision has been welcomed by various cultural and literary figures from Kerala. Eminent <strong>Malayali literary icons<\/strong> recently met Prime Minister Modi to express their <strong>gratitude and support<\/strong> for the renaming, emphasizing the importance of preserving linguistic heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What Happens Next<\/strong><br>If Parliament passes the bill successfully, the official name \u201cKeralam\u201d will appear in all constitutional documents, official records, maps, and central government communications. This will mark one of the few instances of a state\u2019s name being altered in India\u2019s democratic history \u2014 the most recent similar changes include <strong>Odisha<\/strong> (formerly Orissa) and <strong>Uttaranchal<\/strong> changing to <strong>Uttarakhand<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Kerala-renamed-as-Keralam\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Kerala renamed as Keralam\" style=\"width:409px;height:auto\" title=\"Kerala renamed as Keralam\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kerala renamed as Keralam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Why This News Is Important<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Significance for Competitive Exams<\/strong><br>This development is crucial for students preparing for competitive exams like <strong>SSC CGL<\/strong>, <strong>UPSC Civil Services (IAS\/IPS)<\/strong>, <strong>Railways<\/strong>, <strong>Banking (IBPS, SBI PO)<\/strong>, <strong>State PSCs<\/strong>, and <strong>Defence Services Exams<\/strong> because it covers multiple themes \u2014 <strong>Constitutional Law, Federal Structure, Linguistic Identity, and Current Affairs<\/strong>. Questions on <strong>constitutional amendments, Article 3<\/strong>, and state reorganisation often feature in <strong>General Studies papers<\/strong> across both <strong>Prelims and Mains<\/strong> stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reflection of Cultural Identity and Linguistic Rights<\/strong><br>The proposal highlights India\u2019s democratic framework where <strong>federal units can seek recognition of their cultural identity<\/strong> through constitutional procedures. The renaming underscores the significance of respecting <strong>linguistic preferences<\/strong> in official nomenclature, which is relevant in subjects like <strong>History, Polity, and Culture<\/strong> of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Procedural Understanding of Constitution<\/strong><br>This news also gives insight into the <strong>constitutional process under Article 3<\/strong>, which is a direct question area in many exams. Aspirants should understand how state names are altered and what steps \u2014 including the President\u2019s reference to state legislature and Parliament decisions \u2014 are involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Policy Interpretation and Governance<\/strong><br>The news reflects larger governance decisions taken by the <strong>Union Cabinet<\/strong>, a key executive body in India\u2019s parliamentary system. This aids students in the <strong>Administration and Governance<\/strong> segment of exam syllabi, where understanding government functioning and decision-making is vital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Relevance to National Integration<\/strong><br>Finally, name changes of states often spark debates on <strong>national unity, identity politics, and cultural representation<\/strong> \u2014 topics that appear in <strong>essay and interview rounds<\/strong> of civil services exams. Knowing such changes helps candidates form informed opinions for descriptive answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Historical_Context_Background_of_Keralas_Name_Change\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Historical Context: Background of Kerala\u2019s Name Change<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>State Reorganisation of 1956<\/strong><br>The state of <strong>Kerala<\/strong> was formed on <strong>1 November 1956<\/strong> under the <strong>States Reorganisation Act<\/strong>, which was based on linguistic criteria to unify Malayalam-speaking regions. The day is celebrated annually as <strong>Kerala Piravi Day<\/strong>. Since its inception, the Malayalam-speaking populace has traditionally used the term <strong>\u201cKeralam.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Local Sentiment and Regional Identity<\/strong><br>For decades, local scholars, cultural figures, and political leaders in Kerala argued that the English name <strong>\u201cKerala\u201d<\/strong> did not reflect the <strong>native pronunciation and linguistic heritage<\/strong> of the state. The demand intensified over the years, culminating in the Kerala Legislative Assembly\u2019s <strong>unanimous resolutions in August 2023 and June 2024<\/strong> requesting the Centre to pursue official recognition of the name \u201cKeralam.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Similar State Name Changes in India<\/strong><br>India has witnessed several state renamings rooted in <strong>linguistic and cultural aspirations<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Madras State \u2192 Tamil Nadu<\/strong> (1969)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mysore \u2192 Karnataka<\/strong> (1973)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Orissa \u2192 Odisha<\/strong> (2011)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Uttaranchal \u2192 Uttarakhand<\/strong> (2007)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These examples show that name changes are part of India\u2019s evolving democratic identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Constitutional Provision \u2013 Article 3<\/strong><br>Article 3 of the Constitution empowers Parliament to legislate alterations in state names. The process involves reference to the concerned state assembly and subsequent approval by both Houses of Parliament. This same mechanism is now being used to implement Kerala\u2019s new name \u2014 <strong>Keralam.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CUnion_Cabinet_Approves_Kerala_to_Keralam%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cUnion Cabinet Approves Kerala to Keralam\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>The Union Cabinet approved the proposal to rename the state of Kerala to \u201cKeralam.\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The renaming process triggers constitutional procedures under <strong>Article 3 of the Constitution of India.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The Kerala Legislative Assembly had passed unanimous resolutions in 2023 and 2024 asking for the name change.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The President will refer the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 to the state legislature before it is introduced in Parliament.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The move is seen as recognition of cultural and linguistic identity and has support from literary figures and leaders.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kerala renamed as Keralam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Union_Cabinet_Approves_Renaming_of_Kerala_to_%E2%80%9CKeralam%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>FAQs: Union Cabinet Approves Renaming of Kerala to \u201cKeralam\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Which_constitutional_provision_allows_the_renaming_of_a_state_in_India\"><\/span>1. Which constitutional provision allows the renaming of a state in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The renaming of a state is governed by <strong>Article 3 of the Constitution of India<\/strong>, which empowers Parliament to form new states or alter the name, boundaries, or area of existing states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_approved_the_proposal_to_rename_Kerala_as_Keralam\"><\/span>2. Who approved the proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The proposal was approved by the <strong>Union Cabinet of India<\/strong>, chaired by <strong>Narendra Modi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_next_step_after_Cabinet_approval\"><\/span>3. What is the next step after Cabinet approval?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After Cabinet approval, the President refers the Bill to the concerned State Legislature for its views. Subsequently, the Bill is introduced in Parliament and must be passed by a simple majority in both Houses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_is_the_name_being_changed_from_Kerala_to_Keralam\"><\/span>4. Why is the name being changed from Kerala to Keralam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The change reflects the linguistic and cultural identity of the state. \u201cKeralam\u201d is the name used in the Malayalam language, and the move aims to align the official English name with local pronunciation and heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_When_was_Kerala_originally_formed\"><\/span>5. When was Kerala originally formed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kerala was formed on <strong>1 November 1956<\/strong> under the <strong>States Reorganisation Act<\/strong>, which reorganized states on linguistic lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Does_the_State_Legislature_have_the_final_authority_to_approve_the_name_change\"><\/span>6. Does the State Legislature have the final authority to approve the name change?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. The State Legislature only gives its opinion. The final authority rests with Parliament, which must pass the Bill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Have_other_Indian_states_changed_their_names_before\"><\/span>7. Have other Indian states changed their names before?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Odisha<\/strong> (formerly Orissa)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Uttarakhand<\/strong> (formerly Uttaranchal)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tamil Nadu<\/strong> (formerly Madras State)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Which_schedule_of_the_Constitution_will_be_amended_after_the_change\"><\/span>8. Which schedule of the Constitution will be amended after the change?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>First Schedule<\/strong> of the Constitution, which lists the names of states and union territories, will be amended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>9. Why is this news important for competitive exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This topic covers constitutional provisions, federal structure, governance, and cultural identity \u2014 all important areas for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Is_a_constitutional_amendment_required_to_rename_a_state\"><\/span>10. Is a constitutional amendment required to rename a state?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No constitutional amendment under Article 368 is required. 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