The correct answer is (c). Puducheri is a union territory of India, located on the southeastern coast of India. It is bordered by the state of Tamil Nadu to the north, the state of Kerala to the south, and the state of Andhra Pradesh to the east. The territory has a population of over 700,000 people and its capital is Puducherry.
Puducherry was a French colony for over 300 years, from 1674 to 1954. It was granted independence by France on November 1, 1954, and became a union territory of India on November 14, 1954.
The territory of Puducheri is divided into four districts: Puducherry, Karaikal, Yanam, and Mahe. The district of Puducherry is the largest district in the territory, followed by Karaikal, Yanam, and Mahe.
The territory of Puducheri is a popular tourist destination, known for its beaches, temples, and French colonial architecture.