| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Event | Goa government announces creation of a third district for better administration. |
| Source Talukas | Sanguem, Dharbandora, Quepem, and Canacona (carved out of South Goa). |
| Headquarters | Quepem (new district headquarters). |
| Current Districts | North Goa (Bardez, Tiswadi, Pernem, Bicholim, Sattari). South Goa (Ponda, Mormugao, Salcete, Sanguem, Dharbandora, Quepem, Canacona). |
| Post-Reorganization | South Goa retains Ponda, Salcete, Mormugao; new district gets the remaining talukas. |
| Government Committee | 7-member committee (headed by Chief Secretary) formed in November 2023 to assess feasibility. |
| Key Considerations | Population growth, infrastructure, economic status, geography, public opinion. |
| Aspirational District | Proposed district may qualify for central funds under Aspirational District Programme. |
| NITI Aayog Role | Recommended smaller districts for improved governance. |
| MCQ Answer | C) Quepem (headquarters of proposed district). |
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