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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

लोकसभा का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?

Who has the authority to promulgate ordinances in India?

Who has the power to remove a Governor from office in India?

लोकसभा के सदस्यों के लिए न्यूनतम आयु क्या है?

विधान सभा के चुनाव में किस निर्वाचन प्रणाली का उपयोग होता है?

Which is the largest state in India by area?

संसद द्वारा विधेयक का पुनर्विचार किस अनुच्छेद के अंतर्गत संभव है?

Who was the first woman Prime Minister of India?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख का चुनाव किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?