States and union territories of India

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the number of states?28
2. What is the number of union territories?8
3. What is the difference between a state and a union territory in India?States have their own elected leaders and can make laws for themselves, while union territories are run directly by the central government, usually with a Lieutenant Governor.
4. How many states and union territories does India have?India is made up of 28 states and 8 union territories.

Federal Union: A political system where power is divided between a central government and regional governments.
Self-governing: Possessing the authority to make decisions and manage affairs independently within a defined jurisdiction.
Administrative Divisions: Geographical or political units created for the purpose of governance and management of a country.