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Why some places are called union territory?
A union territory is a sort of organisational division in the Indian Republic. It is not like states, we know that states has their own governments, actually union territories are directly ruled by the Central Government. Therefore, it reflects the name “union territory”.
Is Andaman and Nicobar an acquired territory?
Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a union territory of India consisting of 572 islands, of which 38 are inhabited, at the junction of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea….
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands | |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| Established | 1 November 1956 |
| Capital and largest city | Port Blair |
| Districts | 3 |
Why there are 7 union territories in India?
As per the Constitution provisions, during independence, the union territories were either not a part of India or they were too small to be made into a state. Further, the States Reorganisation Commission in 1956 recommended generating a different category for these territories named Union Territory.
Why is India divided into states and union territories?
India has been divided into states and union territories in order to maintain effective administration, maintain law and order, provide citizens their necessities and for overall development.
Why union territories are different from states?
The basic difference between a State and a Union Territory is that union territories are directly ruled by the union government, while states have a separate government for administrative purposes. A nation is known by its states and union territories. India as a country comprises 28 states and 8 Union Territories.
When did Andaman become independent?
After a brief period of British repossession the islands achieved independence as an integral part of the Republic of India on 15th August 1947, because they have been part of the old British Empire of India.
Why Pondicherry is called union territory?
The territories of French India were completely transferred to the Republic of India de facto on 1 November 1954, and de jure on 16 August 1962, when French India ceased to exist, becoming the present Indian constituent union territory of Pondicherry, combining four coastal enclaves (with the exception of Chandannagar.