Here are multiple-choice questions to help you revise the Union Territories topic — a common subject in Indian Polity (General Knowledge). The correct answers are shown after the questions.
NDA CDS 1 2026 Exam India ad Its Union Territories MCQs
1. Consider the following statements regarding Union Territories (UTs):
- The power to create a Union Territory lies under Article 2 of the Constitution.
- Parliament can convert a State into a Union Territory by a simple majority.
- The President administers UTs through an Administrator appointed under Article 239.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: B
2. With reference to the National Capital Territory of Delhi:
- National Capital Territory of Delhi has a Lieutenant Governor appointed by the President.
- Delhi Legislative Assembly can legislate on Public Order and Police.
- Article 239AA deals with special provisions for Delhi.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 only
Answer: A
3. Consider the following about Puducherry:
- It has a Legislative Assembly.
- Its legislature can legislate on State List and Concurrent List.
- Its Administrator is designated as Lieutenant Governor.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 2 only
Answer: B
4. Which of the following Union Territories do NOT have a Legislative Assembly?
- Ladakh
- Chandigarh
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Jammu and Kashmir
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 4 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: A
5. Consider the following statements:
- Lakshadweep is the smallest UT in area.
- Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu was formed by merging two UTs in 2020.
- Ladakh has two autonomous hill development councils.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 and 3 only
Answer: C
6. Regarding Article 240 of the Constitution:
- It empowers the President to make regulations for certain UTs.
- It applies to Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
- It does not apply to Puducherry when it has a legislature.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D
7. Consider the following statements about Jammu and Kashmir:
- It was reorganized under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.
- It has a Legislative Council.
- It is the only UT with a High Court of its own.
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: B
8. Which of the following UTs share a common High Court with a State?
- Chandigarh
- Puducherry
- Lakshadweep
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 only
Answer: C
9. Consider the following:
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands lie between Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea.
- Lakshadweep islands are of coral origin.
- Ladakh shares border with Afghanistan.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
10. Regarding representation in Rajya Sabha:
- Only UTs with legislature have representation.
- Delhi and Puducherry have representation.
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: B
11. Consider the following statements regarding Article 239AB:
- It empowers the President to suspend the operation of Article 239AA.
- It is applicable only to National Capital Territory of Delhi.
- It is analogous to Article 356 applicable to States.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 2 and 3 only
Answer: C
Explanation:
Article 239AB allows President’s Rule in Delhi by suspending Article 239AA. It applies only to Delhi and is similar in spirit to Article 356 for states.
12. With reference to Administrator of Union Territories:
- The Administrator is always designated as Lieutenant Governor.
- The Administrator acts as an agent of the President.
- The Governor of a State can be appointed as Administrator of an adjoining UT.
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Not all UT administrators are called Lieutenant Governors (e.g., Lakshadweep has Administrator). They function as President’s agents. Punjab Governor is Administrator of Chandigarh.
13. Consider the following regarding GST in UTs:
- UTGST applies to UTs without legislature.
- SGST applies in UTs with legislature.
- Ladakh follows UTGST.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 2 and 3 only
Answer: C
Explanation:
UTs without legislature use UTGST. Delhi and Puducherry use SGST structure. Ladakh follows UTGST.
14. Consider the following statements about Andaman and Nicobar Islands:
- They are separated from Myanmar by the Coco Channel.
- The Ten Degree Channel separates Andaman from Nicobar.
- They fall under Sixth Schedule provisions.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 3 only
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statements 1 & 2 are correct geographically. Sixth Schedule applies to certain northeastern states, not A&N Islands.
15. With reference to representation in Lok Sabha:
- All UTs have representation in Lok Sabha.
- Lakshadweep has one seat.
- UT representation is decided by Delimitation Commission.
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 2 only
Answer: A
Explanation:
Not all UTs have representation (e.g., Chandigarh yes; some earlier had none). Lakshadweep has 1 seat. Representation depends on Delimitation.
16. Consider the following regarding Jammu and Kashmir:
- It was bifurcated into two UTs in 2019.
- It retains special status under Article 370.
- It has provision for Legislative Assembly.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Article 370 special status was abrogated in 2019. J&K has a legislative assembly; Ladakh does not.
17. Consider the following statements about Puducherry:
- It consists of enclaves in multiple states.
- It shares borders with Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
- French is one of its official languages.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 2 only
D. 1 and 2 only
Answer: B
Explanation:
Puducherry comprises Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam across three states. French is officially recognized.
18. Which of the following UTs share international borders?
- Ladakh
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Chandigarh
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Ladakh borders China & Pakistan. J&K borders Pakistan. Chandigarh has no international border.
19. Consider the following:
- Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu was formed under a Constitutional Amendment.
- The merger took effect in 2020.
- It has a Legislative Assembly.
A. 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 2 only
Answer: A
Explanation:
Merger was through Parliamentary Act (not constitutional amendment). No legislature exists.
20. Regarding Finance Commission recommendations:
- UTs without legislature receive funds directly from Centre.
- UTs with legislature are treated like states for devolution.
- Delhi is treated as a state for Finance Commission purposes.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 only
Answer: C
Explanation:
Delhi is treated similarly to states for fiscal transfers.
