Delhi (NCT): The Seat of Power

Delhi is the palimpsest of Indian history, the site of seven historic cities from **Indraprastha to Lutyens' New Delhi**. As the National Capital Territory (NCT), it has a unique "quasi-state" status under the **69th Constitutional Amendment**. It is the political nerve center of the country, facing modern challenges of rapid urbanization, migration, and environmental sustainability. * **Key Themes:** Evolution of capital cities, 69th Amendment (Special Status), and urban governance.