The administrative-territorial system of Ukraine consists of autonomous republics, oblasts, districts, cities, towns, and villages. The classification of these objects is based on their administrative and territorial significance. The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has the exclusive right to determine the administrative-territorial structure of the country. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine ensures the implementation of the administrative-territorial system.
This law sets out how Ukraine is divided into different areas for administration. It explains how these areas are classified and who is in charge of them.