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Statehood (concept): Why can the Nagaland State not be termed a "State" in the full political science sense? Differentiate constitutional "States" in India from sovereign states in international law. Choose the missing attribute.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Sovereignty

Explanation:


Given data

  • Nagaland is a State within the Union of India.
  • Ask: Which attribute does it lack to be a sovereign state in the international-law sense?


Concept/Approach
In political science/international law, a state is characterized by sovereignty. Indian "States" are constituent units under a sovereign Union and therefore lack independent sovereignty.


Common pitfalls
Assuming bicameralism or an exclusive High Court is essential to statehood; these are not defining attributes.


Final Answer
Sovereignty

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