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Union territory

A union territory is an administrative division of India. Unlike states, which have their own local governments, union territories are ruled directly by the national government. As of 2004, there are six union territories. Previously a Union Territory, Delhi was made a national capital territory in 1991 and is on the verge of being granted statehood.

• Andaman and Nicobar Islands
• Chandigarh
• Dadra and Nagar Haveli
• Daman and Diu
• Lakshadweep
• Pondicherry

See also: States and territories of India

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