Territoryor
Territoryor is a term used in political theory and speculative fiction to denote an official who governs a defined geographic area as a distinct political actor within one or more states. The concept aims to capture arrangements that are neither fully autonomous sovereign states nor simple subnational districts, but rather territories administered under a charter, mandate, or devolved framework.
Etymology and usage of territoryor reflect its status as a neologism. The word combines territory with the
Functions and powers attributed to a territoryor typically include the administration of public services, infrastructure, policing,
Legal context and examples: In real-world law, governance of territories is exercised by governors, administrators, or
Criticism and usage: The term can provoke debate over legitimacy, accountability, and the practicalities of territorial