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Elections in Union Territories with Legislatures

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Certain UTs like Delhi, Puducherry, and Jammu & Kashmir (post-2019) have legislative assemblies and periodic elections. The Lieutenant Governor plays a central role, yet the Council of Ministers administers day-to-day affairs on state list subjects. Constitutional provisions vary from full states—police and public order remain with the center in Delhi, causing friction between the Chief Minister and LG. In Puducherry, legislative autonomy is also circumscribed. The ECI supervises UT polls, ensuring standard electoral processes. Understanding UT elections clarifies the distinctive governance blend—local representation with strong union oversight, showcasing the Constitution’s flexibility in structuring sub-national administrations.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

भारतीय संविधान में संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस आधार पर की जाती है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the creation of the All India Services?

Which of the following is a power of the Vice President of India?

राष्ट्रपति को हटाने की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया में राज्यसभाओं का समर्थन कितने प्रतिशत से अधिक होना चाहिए?

संविधान सभा की बैठकें किस वर्ष प्रारंभ हुई थीं?

संसद में विधेयक पर पुनर्विचार का अधिकार किसे है?

सूचना का अधिकार किस अधिनियम के अंतर्गत आता है?

What is the minimum number of members in the Lok Sabha?