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New Powers Granted to Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor

Context

In a significant shift in Delhi's administrative framework, the Union Home Ministry has granted the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi expanded powers. This change centralizes authority previously shared with the Delhi government.

Key Changes:

Expanded Authority: The LG now has the sole authority to create and oversee various statutory bodies, boards, and commissions. This includes bodies such as the Delhi Commission for Women and the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission.
- Previously, these functions were collaboratively managed with the Delhi government, but the new directive centralizes this power with the LG.
Control Over Appointments: The LG is now empowered to appoint members to these statutory bodies and commissions. This marks a departure from previous arrangements where the Delhi government and its officials had a significant role in these appointments.

Legal and Constitutional Basis:

Article 239 of the Constitution: Article 239 provides the constitutional framework for the administration of Union territories, specifying that the President administers these regions through appointed administrators, such as the Delhi LG. This article supports the recent changes in administrative powers.
Section 45D of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act: The amendment under Section 45D reinforces the President’s authority to appoint members and constitute bodies for Delhi. The recent notification aligns with this section, assigning the execution of these powers to the LG.

Implications:

Centralization of Power: The new powers consolidate administrative authority with the LG, potentially reducing the influence of the Delhi government in managing statutory bodies and boards.
Impact on Governance: This shift may lead to a realignment in governance, affecting how statutory bodies operate and are constituted, potentially impacting policy implementation and local governance.

Fact Box:

Lieutenant Governor (L-G)

The Lieutenant Governor is the appointed head of the Union Territory of Delhi.
The L-G is appointed by the President of India and acts as the representative of the central government in Delhi.
The role of the L-G is defined under Article 239 of the Indian Constitution, which governs the administration of Union Territories.
The L-G operates under the authority of the President of India and executes presidential directives in the territory.

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4th September 2024 (11 Topics)

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New Powers Granted to Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor

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GS Analyst: Daily Current Affairs

New Powers Granted to Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor

Key Changes:

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