Union Territory Pondicherry was renamed as Puducherry?

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On : 16 Jan 2019 Shift 2)

Answer 1

The correct answer is 2006

Key Points

Union Territory Pondicherry was officially renamed as Puducherry in 2006.
The name change reflects the original Tamil name for the region, which means "New Town".
This renaming was part of a broader effort to replace colonial names with indigenous ones.
Puducherry consists of four small unconnected districts: Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam.

Additional Information

Puducherry is a Union Territory of India, which means it is governed directly by the Central Government of India.
The territory was a French colony until 1954, after which it became part of the Indian Union.
Puducherry has a unique blend of French and Indian cultures, reflected in its architecture, cuisine, and language.
Despite its small size, Puducherry is a popular tourist destination known for its beaches, colonial buildings, and spiritual centers.