Cabinet backs renaming Kerala as Keralam
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What happened
- Cabinet approved renaming Kerala as Keralam; the President will refer the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 to the State Assembly under the proviso to Article 3 [PIB].
Background
- Parliament can change a State’s name by law under Article 3 [PIB].
Why it matters
- Note the procedure: the State’s views are sought but do not bind Parliament.
How to use this in Mains
- As per PIB (2026-02-24): cabinet approved renaming Kerala as Keralam; the President will refer the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 to the State Assembly under the proviso to Article 3.
- Note the procedure: the State's views are sought but do not bind Parliament.
Quotable data pointthe President will refer the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 to the State Assembly under the proviso to Article 3.
PIB: Kerala to Keralam, 24 Feb 2026
Exam angle
UPSC
Prelims: Article 3 procedure.
Practice MCQs
Original practice questions (not PYQs).
Practice · UPSC
Renaming a State is done under
Answer (b) & explanation
PIB.
Official source: PIB: Kerala to Keralam, 24 Feb 2026
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