French Departments
Overview
France is divided into 96 departments, which are the third level of administrative divisions in the country, similar to provinces in other countries.
Administration
Departments as the Third Level of Administration
Departments are numbered and are further divided into arrondissements and cantons.
The departments are overseen by prefects, who are appointed by the central government.
Historical Context
Since 2016, France has been divided into 13 regions and 96 departments. Prior to that, the country had 22 regions and 100 departments.
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