Understanding States and Union Territories in India

The video discusses the J&K Reorganisation Bill 2019, which splits the state into two Union Territories: J&K and Ladakh. It explains the differences between states and Union Territories in India, highlighting that states have their own government and legislative assembly, while Union Territories are governed by the Central Government. The video also mentions that Delhi, Pondicherry, and J&K have partial statehood with elected legislatures. The aim is to provide a better understanding of the governance structure in India.

What was the outcome of the J&K Reorganisation Bill 2019?

• Merger of J&K with another state

• Abolishment of J&K

• Formation of two new Union Territories

• Formation of two new states

How many states and Union Territories does India have as mentioned in the video?

• 27 states and 7 Union Territories

• 28 states and 8 Union Territories

• 29 states and 9 Union Territories

• 30 states and 10 Union Territories

Which of the following is a characteristic of a State in India?

• No representation in the Rajya Sabha

• Direct governance by the Central Government

• No legislative assembly

• Has its own legislative assembly and chief minister

Who acts as the representative of the President in a State?

• Prime Minister

• Lieutenant Governor

• Governor

• Chief Minister

Who governs the Union Territories in India?

• Municipal Corporation

• Central Government

• State Government

• Local Government

Which Union Territories have representation in the Rajya Sabha?

• None of the Union Territories

• Delhi and Pondicherry

• Delhi, Pondicherry, and J&K

• All Union Territories

What is the main difference between a State and a Union Territory?

• States are larger in size

• Union Territories have more autonomy

• States have a separate governing body

• Union Territories have their own legislative assembly

Which Union Territories in India have partial statehood?

• Delhi, Pondicherry, and Goa

• Delhi, Pondicherry, and J&K

• Delhi, Goa, and J&K

• Pondicherry, Goa, and J&K