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Taluk

usgb/ˈtɑːlʊk/Volume
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Administrative UnitPlay
Understand 'taluk' as a geographic division used for administrative purposes in India, much like a county or district. SlideThe taluk is responsible for local governance in that area.
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Local InstitutionsPlay
'Taluk' often precedes terms associated with local administration such as offices, hospitals, and courts serving the region. SlideShe works at the taluk court as a clerk.
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Geographical ContextPlay
The word 'taluk' is specific to the Indian subcontinent, so it is not used outside this geographical and cultural context. SlideAfter moving to India, I learned that my home falls within the Sarjapur taluk.