Taluk

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Administrative Unit

Understand 'taluk' as a geographic division used for administrative purposes in India, much like a county or district.

The taluk is responsible for local governance in that area.

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Local Institutions

'Taluk' often precedes terms associated with local administration such as offices, hospitals, and courts serving the region.

She works at the taluk court as a clerk.

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Geographical Context

The word 'taluk' is specific to the Indian subcontinent, so it is not used outside this geographical and cultural context.

After moving to India, I learned that my home falls within the Sarjapur taluk.