Bharat Guide

What Does Bharat Mean

  • “Bharat” is one of the many names used to refer to India, a country located in South Asia.
  • The word “Bharat” comes from the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit and is believed to have been used since ancient times to refer to the region now known as India.
  • The name “Bharat” has a rich history and is associated with many important cultural and historical events, including the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata.

Administrative Divisions of India

28 states and 8 union territories make up the federal union of India. The Westminster system of administration is used in all states, as well as the union territories of Jammu & Kashmir, Puducherry, and the National Capital Territory of Delhi. The central government directly governs the remaining five union territories through nominated administrators. The States Reorganization Act of 1956 reorganized states according to their primary languages.

Indian States & Union Territories