Detail Factual Overview

History & Politics

• Ancient History: Part of ancient Indian empires and closely connected to Tibet and Bhutan.
• Colonial Period: Known as the North-East Frontier Agency (NEFA) during British rule.
• Post-Independence:
  • Became a Union Territory in 1972.
  • Achieved full statehood on 20 February 1987.
• Border Dispute: Ongoing dispute with China; the McMahon Line is India’s accepted boundary, while China claims parts of Arunachal as "South Tibet".
• Governance:
  • Unicameral Legislature (60 MLAs).
  • Governor appointed by the President of India.
  • Current Chief Minister: Pema Khandu (as of 2025).