Bifurcation
Nounद्विभाजन, विभाजन
Definition
The division or separation of something into two parts or branches, often with distinct identities or functions.
Contextual Sentence: "The bifurcation of the state of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories was a historic administrative decision."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Bifurcation sounds like 'bi' (two) + 'furcation' (like 'furrow' splitting) → splitting into two.
Synonyms
division
split
segregation
Antonyms
unification
merger
consolidation