GENTLEMAN AGREEMENT

In 1956, Under “Gentlemen’s Agreement” Andhra leaders have given certain assurances to the Telangana leaders. On the basis of them united Andhra Pradesh was formed in 1956.

Safeguards given under Gentlemen’s Agreement in 1956:

1.Mulki rules will continue.i.e., 12 years of permanent residence will be the basis for recruitments in Telangana region.
2.Future recruitment to services will be on the basis of population from both the regions.

3.Sale of agricultural lands in Telangana to be controlled by the Regional council.


4.Telangana Regional council will have to look after all round development of Telanagana.
5.General Expenditure of the state shall be borne proportionately by the two regions. The balance income from Telangana should be spent on development of Telangana region.
6.If C.M. is from Andhra Deputy C.M. should be from Telanagna and if C.M. is from Telangana Deputy C.M. should be from Andhra.
7.Cabinet will consist of members in proportion of