Union and Its Territory: Important One-Liner Questions and Answers for UPSC, SSC, WBCS, PSC, Railway and Competitive Exams

Introduction: Union and Its Territory is an important chapter of Indian Polity dealing with Articles 1–4 of the Constitution. Questions from this topic are frequently asked in UPSC, SSC, WBCS, PSC, Railway, Banking, CTET, CDS and other competitive examinations.

Key Facts Box

• Part: Part I
• Articles: 1–4
• India: Union of States
• States: 28
• Union Territories: 8

Important One-Liner Questions and Answers

Question	Answer
1. Which Part of the Constitution deals with Union and Its Territory?	Part I
2. Which Articles deal with Union and Its Territory?	Articles 1–4
3. Which Article states "India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States"?	Article 1
4. How is India described in the Constitution?	Union of States
5. Who explained the significance of the term "Union of States" in the Constituent Assembly?	Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
6. Which Article empowers Parliament to admit or establish new states?	Article 2
7. Which Article empowers Parliament to alter state boundaries?	Article 3
8. Which Article allows Parliament to change the name of a state?	Article 3
9. Which Article states that laws made under Articles 2 and 3 are not constitutional amendments?	Article 4
10. Can Parliament create a new state?	Yes
11. Can Parliament increase or decrease the area of a state?	Yes
12. Who must recommend a Bill under Article 3 before introduction?	President of India
13. Is Parliament bound by the views of the concerned State Legislature?	No
14. Does the territory of India include future acquired territories?	Yes
15. How many States are there in India at present?	28
16. How many Union Territories are there in India at present?	8
17. Which Schedule contains the names of States and Union Territories?	First Schedule
18. Is India a result of an agreement among states?	No
19. Do Indian states have the right to secede from the Union?	No
20. Which constitutional feature reflects India's indestructible Union?	Union of States

Exam Focus Box

• Article 1 → India, that is Bharat
• Article 2 → New States
• Article 3 → Alter Boundaries and Names
• Article 4 → Not Constitutional Amendment
• 28 States + 8 Union Territories

Quick Revision Notes

Article 1 → Union of States
Article 2 → Admission of New States
Article 3 → Alteration of States
Article 4 → Simple Parliamentary Law
First Schedule → States & UTs

Most Important Points Summary

1. Part I contains Articles 1–4.
2. India is described as a Union of States.
3. Parliament has wide powers regarding state reorganization.
4. State Legislature's opinion is advisory, not binding.
5. Article 4 laws are not constitutional amendments.

FAQ Section

Q1. Which Article describes India as a Union of States?
Article 1.

Q2. Which Article allows creation of new states?
Article 2 and Article 3.

Q3. Can a state secede from India?
No.

Q4. Are Article 3 laws constitutional amendments?
No, under Article 4.

Conclusion

These Union and Its Territory One-Liner Questions and Answers cover the most important constitutional provisions and exam-oriented facts related to Articles 1–4. Regular revision of these questions will greatly benefit aspirants preparing for UPSC, SSC, WBCS, PSC, Railway, Banking, CTET and other competitive examinations.