A territorial boundary is a feature of a state. A state is defined as a politically organized territory with a permanent population, a government, and a defined territory. The territorial boundary is the physical and legal limit of the state's sovereignty, separating it from other states and defining the extent of its authority over its territory and population. Without a defined territorial boundary, a state cannot effectively exercise its power and carry out its functions, making this a crucial feature of any state. Pursuance of sectional interests or colonial experience are not features of a state, and temporary existence is not a desirable feature for a stable and functional state.