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How does the power and authority of Delhi's lieutenant governor compare to that of the governors of other states, particularly in terms of acting on the aid and advice of the council of ministers? (Answer in 150 words, 10 marks)
Introduction
Article 239A deals with the special status of Delhi's legislative and executive authority, with Lieutenant Governor acting as a central figure in Delhi's polity.
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Main Body
Difference in Power of Governors:
Delhi LG:
1Controls the state list subjects of 'Land, Police and Law and order', on behalf of central government.
2In terms of appointment of civil servants, the LG has the upper hand to disregard the advice of the council of ministers.
3Represents the President and has limited individual discretion.
Other states:
1Art 164 mandates the governor to act solely on advice of council of ministers on all matters of state list.
2Has to obey the advice of council of ministers, as state has control over bureaucracy.
3Represents the central govt's interests, but with wider powers of constitutional discretion.
disregard the advice of the council of ministers | bureaucracy
3Represents the President and has limited individual discretion. | 3) Represents the central govt's interests, but with wider powers of constitutional discretion.
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Conclusion
Therefore, the Delhi LG is different with respect to other governors, with ambiguous division of powers between state govt. and LG, leading to friction and conflicts.
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Diagram
Two-column comparison table showing Delhi LG powers vs Other States governors powers, numbered 1-3 each
- Clear tabular comparison format
- Relevant constitutional articles cited
- Good conclusion highlighting friction
Topper
Ritika Chitlangia
Subject & Paper
GS2GS1
Topic
Indian Polity
Union Territories and Governors
Delhi LG vs State Governors
Writing Stats
192
Total words
4
Paragraphs
Comparative, structured
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