{"id":697643,"date":"2023-11-30T12:44:15","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T07:14:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=697643"},"modified":"2025-07-31T11:43:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T06:13:50","slug":"union-territories-of-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Union Territories of India"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#History_of_Union_Territories_of_India\" title=\"History of Union Territories of India\">History of Union Territories of India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Union_Territories_of_India_2023\" title=\"Union Territories of India 2023\">Union Territories of India 2023<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Historical_Evolution_of_States_and_UTs_in_Contemporary_India\" title=\"Historical Evolution of States and UTs in Contemporary India\">Historical Evolution of States and UTs in Contemporary India<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Difference_between_States_and_Union_Territories\" title=\"Difference between States and Union Territories\">Difference between States and Union Territories<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#9_Union_Territories_of_India_-_2020\" title=\"9 Union Territories of India &#8211; 2020\">9 Union Territories of India &#8211; 2020<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#7_Union_Territories_of_India_-_2019\" title=\"7 Union Territories of India &#8211; 2019\">7 Union Territories of India &#8211; 2019<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Union_Territories_of_India_Map\" title=\"Union Territories of India Map\">Union Territories of India Map<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Largest_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Largest Union Territory of India\">Largest Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Smallest_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Smallest Union Territory of India\">Smallest Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Union_Territories_of_India_in_Hindi\" title=\"Union Territories of India in Hindi\">Union Territories of India in Hindi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#All_States_and_Union_Territories_of_India\" title=\"All States and Union Territories of India\">All States and Union Territories of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#9_Union_Territories_of_India_and_Their_Capitals\" title=\"9 Union Territories of India and Their Capitals\">9 Union Territories of India and Their Capitals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Union_Territories_of_India\" title=\"Union Territories of India\">Union Territories of India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Chandigarh_-_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Chandigarh \u2013 Union Territory of India\">Chandigarh \u2013 Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Andaman_and_Nicobar_Islands_-_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Andaman and Nicobar Islands \u2013 Union Territory of India\">Andaman and Nicobar Islands \u2013 Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Dadra_and_Nagar_Haveli_and_Daman_and_Diu_-_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu \u2013 Union Territory of India\">Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu \u2013 Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Delhi_National_Capital_Territory_of_Delhi_-_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi) \u2013 Union Territory of India\">Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi) \u2013 Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Lakshadweep_-_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Lakshadweep \u2013 Union Territory of India\">Lakshadweep \u2013 Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Puducherry_-_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Puducherry \u2013 Union Territory of India\">Puducherry \u2013 Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Jammu_and_Kashmir_-_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Jammu and Kashmir \u2013 Union Territory of India\">Jammu and Kashmir \u2013 Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Ladakh_-_Union_Territory_of_India\" title=\"Ladakh \u2013 Union Territory of India\">Ladakh \u2013 Union Territory of India<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#FAQs_on_Union_Territories_of_India\" title=\"FAQs on Union Territories of India\">FAQs on Union Territories of India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Are_there_8_or_9_union_territories_in_2024\" title=\"Are there 8 or 9 union territories in 2024?\">Are there 8 or 9 union territories in 2024?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#What_is_the_newest_UT_of_India\" title=\"What is the newest UT of India?\">What is the newest UT of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#Does_India_have_28_states_and_8_UT\" title=\"Does India have 28 states and 8 UT?\">Does India have 28 states and 8 UT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#What_are_the_union_territories_of_India\" title=\"What are the union territories of India?\">What are the union territories of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#How_many_union_territories_of_India_are_there\" title=\"How many union territories of India are there?\">How many union territories of India are there?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/union-territories-of-india\/#What_were_the_9_union_territories_of_India\" title=\"What were the 9 union territories of India?\">What were the 9 union territories of India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>India&#8217;s <strong>Union Territories<\/strong>, governed directly by the Central Government, are a key part of the nation&#8217;s federal structure. As of 2023, there are <strong>8 Union Territories<\/strong> in India, each showcasing unique cultures and landscapes. These include the historically rich <strong>Puducherry<\/strong>, the strategically important <strong>Jammu and Kashmir<\/strong>, and the serene <strong>Lakshadweep<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This overview gets  into the <strong>Union Territories of India and their capitals<\/strong>, exploring their distinctive identities, governance, and cultural significance. From the tranquil <strong>Ladakh<\/strong> to the vibrant <strong>Chandigarh<\/strong>, each territory contributes uniquely to India\u2019s diversity. We&#8217;ll also highlight the latest updates, presenting the current list of Union Territories in India for 2023.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Union_Territories_of_India\"><\/span>History of Union Territories of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Union Territories of India<\/strong> have undergone significant changes over the years, each with a unique history that has shaped their current status. Originally, after India&#8217;s independence in 1947, there were a few centrally administered areas. However, the concept of Union Territories was formally recognized in the Constitution of India.<\/p>\n<p>Over the decades, the number and nature of these territories have evolved. For instance, the original list has seen additions and subtractions, leading to the current count of <strong>8 Union Territories as of 2023<\/strong>. Key events in this evolution include the reorganization of states on linguistic lines, which affected the status of several regions.<\/p>\n<p>Some territories have been merged, while others were elevated to statehood, like Himachal Pradesh and Manipur. More recently, in 2019, Jammu and Kashmir, a state, was reconstituted into two separate Union Territories &#8211; <strong>Jammu and Kashmir<\/strong>, and <strong>Ladakh<\/strong>, reflecting the dynamic nature of India\u2019s political landscape.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Union_Territories_of_India_2023\"><\/span>Union Territories of India 2023<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/8-union-territories-of-india\/\"><strong>8 Union Territories of India<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As of 2023, India comprises <strong>8 Union Territories<\/strong>, each distinct in its cultural, geographical, and administrative characteristics. These territories, though smaller than states, are significant in the country&#8217;s governance and cultural mosaic. The list of all union territories of India includes:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Andaman and Nicobar Islands<\/strong>: Known for their pristine beaches and rich marine life.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chandigarh<\/strong>: The well-planned city that serves as the capital of both Punjab and Haryana.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu<\/strong>: Renowned for their Portuguese colonial heritage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lakshadweep<\/strong>: An archipelago known for its exotic coral islands.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Delhi<\/strong>: The national capital, blending historical richness with modernity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Puducherry<\/strong>: Famous for its French colonial past and serene beaches.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ladakh<\/strong>: Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and Buddhist monasteries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jammu and Kashmir<\/strong>: A region known for its stunning natural beauty and strategic importance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Also Check: <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/culture-of-andaman-and-nicobar-islands\/\">Culture of Andaman and Nicobar Islands<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Evolution_of_States_and_UTs_in_Contemporary_India\"><\/span>Historical Evolution of States and UTs in Contemporary India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">The current administrative division of India into 28 states and 8 Union Territories reflects a careful balancing act between regional aspirations and national integration. Since independence, India has reorganized its internal boundaries multiple times:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Initially on linguistic lines in the 1950s and 60s<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Later based on ethnic and cultural considerations<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Most recently addressing strategic and administrative concerns (as with J&amp;K in 2019)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">This evolving nature of India&#8217;s internal boundaries underscores the dynamic relationship between states and the Union\u2014a relationship that continues to be refined as India addresses new challenges and opportunities in its governance model.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Difference_between_States_and_Union_Territories\"><\/span>Difference between States and Union Territories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table class=\"bg-bg-100 min-w-full border-separate border-spacing-0 text-sm leading-[1.88888] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"border-b-border-100\/50 border-b-[0.5px] text-left\">\n<tr class=\"[tbody&gt;&amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\">\n<th class=\"text-text-000 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] font-400 px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Feature<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-000 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] font-400 px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">States<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-000 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] font-400 px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Union Territories<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"[tbody&gt;&amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\">\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Governing Authority<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Elected Chief Minister and State Government<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Appointed Lieutenant Governor or Administrator<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"[tbody&gt;&amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\">\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Legislative Assembly<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Exists in all states<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Exists in only Delhi, Puducherry, and J&amp;K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"[tbody&gt;&amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\">\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Control<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Autonomous within constitutional framework<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Directly under Central Government<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"[tbody&gt;&amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\">\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Representation in Rajya Sabha<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Yes, all states have representation<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Limited (only Delhi, Puducherry, J&amp;K) or None<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"[tbody&gt;&amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\">\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Constitutional Powers<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Extensive powers under State List<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Limited powers, mostly Central control<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"[tbody&gt;&amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\">\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Budget Authority<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Can present their own budgets<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Budgets approved by Central Government<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"[tbody&gt;&amp;]:odd:bg-bg-500\/10\">\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Police Control<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">State has its own police force<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-t-border-100\/50 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:-x-[hsla(var(--border-100) \/ 0.5)] border-t-[0.5px] px-2 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:border-l-[0.5px]\">Central Government controls police (except partial control in some UTs)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Union_Territories_of_India_-_2020\"><\/span>9 Union Territories of India &#8211; 2020<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>India, as of recent years,<strong>had 9 union territories. <\/strong>This occurred after the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two separate union territories &#8211; Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh &#8211; on October 31, 2019<strong>. <\/strong>However, this number was reduced back to 8 when Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu were merged into a single union territory on January 26, 2020. However, it&#8217;s important to note that as of 2023, this number has been updated to <strong>8 Union Territories<\/strong>. The change occurred due to the merger of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu into a single Union Territory in January 2020.<\/p>\n<p>Previously, the list of <strong>9 Union Territories of India <\/strong>which are former union territories included:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Andaman and Nicobar Islands<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chandigarh<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Dadra and Nagar Haveli<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Daman and Diu<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lakshadweep<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Puducherry<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Jammu and Kashmir<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ladakh<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Also Check: <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/most-populated-states-in-india\/\">Most Populated States In India<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Union_Territories_of_India_-_2019\"><\/span>7 Union Territories of India &#8211; 2019<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As of 2023, India is home to 8 Union Territories, not 7. This increase from the previously listed 7 Union Territories occurred due to the reorganization of the state of Jammu and Kashmir into two separate Union Territories in 2019:<\/p>\n<p><strong>List of Union Territories in India in 2019<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Delhi<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Puducherry<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chandigarh<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Andaman and Nicobar Islands<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Daman and Diu<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Dadra and Nagar Haveli<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lakshadweep<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/map-of-india\/\"> <button class=\"btn btn-primary\" style=\"width: 100%; cursor: pointer; background: #004bb6; color: #fff;\" type=\"button\"><strong>Also Read: Map of India <\/strong> <\/button> <\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Union_Territories_of_India_Map\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;union territories of india map&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\">Union Territories of India Map<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Current Union Territories of India Include, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Puducherry<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-697661 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Union-Territories-of-India-1.jpg\" alt=\"Union Territories of India\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Union-Territories-of-India-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Union-Territories-of-India-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Union-Territories-of-India-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Union-Territories-of-India-1-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Largest_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Largest Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>largest Union Territory of India<\/strong> in terms of area is <strong>Ladakh<\/strong>. Established in 2019, after the bifurcation of the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh spans a vast and rugged terrain in the northern part of India. Known for its breathtaking Himalayan landscapes, Ladakh is a region of high-altitude plateaus and remote mountain valleys.<\/p>\n<p>Ladakh&#8217;s significant area covers a large part of the eastern Kashmir region, including the famous Leh and Kargil districts. Despite its large size, Ladakh is sparsely populated, owing to its challenging terrain and harsh climatic conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smallest_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Smallest Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The title of the <strong>smallest Union Territory of India<\/strong> is held by <strong>Lakshadweep<\/strong>. This group of islands, situated off the southwestern coast of India in the Arabian Sea, encompasses a total area of just 32 square kilometers. Despite its small size, Lakshadweep is renowned for its stunning coral atolls, crystal-clear waters, and diverse marine life.<\/p>\n<p>Lakshadweep is an archipelago consisting of 36 islands, but only a few of these are inhabited. The small area and limited population of this Union Territory make it unique in terms of its ecological balance and cultural distinctiveness.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\"><strong>Discover More About India: Explore Related Articles<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/forest-map-of-india\/\"><strong>Forest Map of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/soil-map-of-india\/\"><strong>Soil map of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/map-of-bihar\/\"><strong>Map of Bihar <\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/earthquake-zoning-map-of-india\/\"><strong>Earthquake Zoning Map of India <\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-river-of-india\/\"><strong>National River of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/union-territories-of-india-map\/\"><strong>Union Territories of India Map<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/\"><strong>National Bird of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-aquatic-animal-of-india\/\"><strong>National Aquatic Animal of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-language-of-india\/\"><strong>National Language of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-flower-of-india\/\"><strong>National Flower of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-calendar-of-india\/\"><strong>National Calendar of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>State birds of India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-emblem-of-india\/\"><strong>National Emblem of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-animal-of-india\/\"><strong>National Animal of India<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/state-flower-names\/\">State Flower Names<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/state-animals-in-india\/\">State Animals in India<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Union_Territories_of_India_in_Hindi\"><\/span>Union Territories of India in Hindi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here are union territories of India name in Hindi<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u0926\u093f\u0932\u094d\u0932\u0940<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u092a\u0941\u0921\u0941\u091a\u0947\u0930\u0940<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u091a\u0902\u0921\u0940\u0917\u0922\u093c<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u0905\u0902\u0921\u092e\u093e\u0928 \u0914\u0930 \u0928\u093f\u0915\u094b\u092c\u093e\u0930 \u0926\u094d\u0935\u0940\u092a\u0938\u092e\u0942\u0939<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u0926\u092e\u0928 \u0914\u0930 \u0926\u0940\u0935<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u0926\u093e\u0926\u0930\u093e \u0914\u0930 \u0928\u0917\u0930 \u0939\u0935\u0947\u0932\u0940<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u0932\u0915\u094d\u0937\u0926\u094d\u0935\u0940\u092a<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u091c\u092e\u094d\u092e\u0942 \u0914\u0930 \u0915\u0936\u094d\u092e\u0940\u0930<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u0932\u0926\u094d\u0926\u093e\u0916<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_States_and_Union_Territories_of_India\"><\/span>All States and Union Territories of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td><strong>States of India<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Union Territories of India<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Andhra Pradesh<\/td>\n<td>Andaman and Nicobar Islands<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Arunachal Pradesh<\/td>\n<td>Chandigarh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Assam<\/td>\n<td>Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bihar<\/td>\n<td>Delhi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chhattisgarh<\/td>\n<td>Jammu and Kashmir<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Goa<\/td>\n<td>Ladakh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Gujarat<\/td>\n<td>Lakshadweep<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Haryana<\/td>\n<td>Puducherry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Himachal Pradesh<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Jharkhand<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Karnataka<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kerala<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Madhya Pradesh<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Maharashtra<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Manipur<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Meghalaya<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mizoram<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nagaland<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Odisha<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Punjab<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rajasthan<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sikkim<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tamil Nadu<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Telangana<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tripura<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Uttar Pradesh<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Uttarakhand<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>West Bengal<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Union_Territories_of_India_and_Their_Capitals\"><\/span>9 Union Territories of India and Their Capitals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\"><strong>Union Territories of India 2023 with Capital<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td><strong>Union Territories of India<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Capitals of Union Territories<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Andaman and Nicobar Islands<\/td>\n<td>Port Blair<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chandigarh<\/td>\n<td>Chandigarh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu<\/td>\n<td>Daman<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi)<\/td>\n<td>New Delhi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Jammu and Kashmir<\/td>\n<td>Srinagar (Summer), Jammu (Winter)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ladakh<\/td>\n<td>Leh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lakshadweep<\/td>\n<td>Kavaratti<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Puducherry<\/td>\n<td>Puducherry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Union_Territories_of_India\"><\/span>Union Territories of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chandigarh_-_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Chandigarh \u2013 Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Northern India; capital for Punjab and Haryana.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Status<\/strong>: Union Territory, centrally administered.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Founder<\/strong>: Designed by French architect Le Corbusier.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>: Renowned for architecture and urban planning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Landmarks<\/strong>: Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, Open Hand Monument.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Environment<\/strong>: Known for green spaces and parks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Education<\/strong>: Home to Panjab University and PGIMER.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy<\/strong>: Thriving in IT, trade, and services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culture<\/strong>: Mix of modernity and traditional influences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Living<\/strong>: High quality of life, clean, and well-planned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Andaman_and_Nicobar_Islands_-_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Andaman and Nicobar Islands \u2013 Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Group of islands in the Bay of Bengal.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>: Known for pristine beaches, coral reefs, and unique wildlife.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy<\/strong>: Tourism, fisheries, and agriculture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Environment<\/strong>: Rich in biodiversity, tropical rainforests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culture<\/strong>: Home to indigenous tribes; a mix of South and Southeast Asian cultures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dadra_and_Nagar_Haveli_and_Daman_and_Diu_-_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu \u2013 Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Between Maharashtra, Gujarat, and the Arabian Sea.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>: Known for Portuguese colonial heritage and beaches.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy<\/strong>: Manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culture<\/strong>: Blend of tribal, Gujarati, and Portuguese influences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Delhi_National_Capital_Territory_of_Delhi_-_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi) \u2013 Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Capital<\/strong>: New Delhi, also the capital of India.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>: Historical landmarks, vibrant culture, political center.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy<\/strong>: Diverse, including government services, IT, and tourism.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culture<\/strong>: Melting pot of various Indian cultures and cuisines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lakshadweep_-_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Lakshadweep \u2013 Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Archipelago off the Kerala coast in the Arabian Sea.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>: Coral atolls, sandy beaches, rich marine life.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy<\/strong>: Fishing, coconut cultivation, and tourism.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culture<\/strong>: Predominantly Muslim population; unique island culture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Puducherry_-_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Puducherry \u2013 Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Along the Tamil Nadu coast and includes enclaves in Andhra Pradesh and Kerala.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>: French colonial legacy, beaches, spiritual centers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy<\/strong>: Tourism, textiles, and fishing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culture<\/strong>: Blend of French and Tamil influences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jammu_and_Kashmir_-_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Jammu and Kashmir \u2013 Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Capital<\/strong>: Srinagar (Summer), Jammu (Winter).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>: Mountainous terrain, famous for Dal Lake, Mughal gardens.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy<\/strong>: Tourism, handicrafts, agriculture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culture<\/strong>: Diverse with influences from Central Asia and South Asia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ladakh_-_Union_Territory_of_India\"><\/span>Ladakh \u2013 Union Territory of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Capital<\/strong>: Leh.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>: High-altitude desert, Buddhist monasteries, unique landscape.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economy<\/strong>: Tourism, agriculture, handicrafts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culture<\/strong>: Predominantly Buddhist; Tibetan cultural influences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" style=\"width: 60.2771%; height: 288px;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0;\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center; height: 24px;\" colspan=\"2\"><strong>Indian and Its Relations<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Beauty of North East India<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/india-versus-afghanistan-relations-history-political-economic\/\">India Versus Afghanistan Relations<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Rich Tapestry of the Punjabi Language<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Victoria Memorial Kolkata<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Journey of the Indian Republic<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Indian States and Capitals, UT and Capitals<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/lok-sabha\/\"><strong>Lok Sabha<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>India Gate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Tehri Dam<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Detailed Karnataka Map<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Yakshagana \u2013 Folk Art Form of Karnataka<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/rajahmundry-a-gem-of-andhra-pradesh\/\"><strong>Rajahmundry: A Gem of Andhra Pradesh<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Malegaon: Cultural and Historical Gem of Maharashtra<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Yamuna River<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Vijayapura \u2013 History, Culture, and Progress<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>The Lotus Temple<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/vijaya-nagar-historical-city-and-empire-of-india\/\"><strong>Vijaya Nagar Empire<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><strong>National Capital Region<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px; text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\"><strong>UP: Uttar Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Union_Territories_of_India\"><\/span>FAQs on Union Territories of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_8_or_9_union_territories_in_2024\"><\/span>Are there 8 or 9 union territories in 2024?<span 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These are: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Lakshadweep, Delhi, Puducherry, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_newest_UT_of_India\"><\/span>What is the newest UT of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe newest Union Territories of India are Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. Both were formed in 2019 after the bifurcation of the former state of Jammu and Kashmir.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_India_have_28_states_and_8_UT\"><\/span>Does India have 28 states and 8 UT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNo, as of 2023, India has 28 states and 9 Union Territories. The increase to 9 Union Territories occurred after the state of Jammu and Kashmir was reorganized in 2019.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_union_territories_of_India\"><\/span>What are the union territories of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe Union Territories of India are Delhi, Puducherry, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Lakshadweep, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_union_territories_of_India_are_there\"><\/span>How many union territories of India are there?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThere are 9 Union Territories in India as of 2023. These were increased from 8 after the state of Jammu and Kashmir was divided into two Union Territories in 2019.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_were_the_9_union_territories_of_India\"><\/span>What were the 9 union territories of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe 9 union territories of India were: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Lakshadweep, Delhi, Puducherry, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir. This configuration existed briefly after the bifurcation of the state of Jammu and Kashmir into two union territories, Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir, on October 31, 2019. However, this number was reduced back to 8 when Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu were merged into a single union territory on January 26, 2020.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Are there 8 or 9 union territories in 2024?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"As of 2024, India has 8 union territories. 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