MCQs Based On Political Science- (91)

Correct Option: 2. Article 240.
Explanation: Under Article 240(1), the President of India has the power to make regulations for the peace, progress, and good government of the following Union Territories:
-Andaman and Nicobar Islands
-Lakshadweep
-Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (now merged)
-Ladakh
Note: Puducherry was originally included, but after it got a Legislative Assembly, the President’s regulatory power now applies only if its legislature is dissolved or suspended.
What can the President do under Article 240?
-Make regulations that have the same force as an Act of Parliament
-Amend or repeal laws made by Parliament in relation to these UTs
-Exercise legislative power directly where local legislatures do not exist
Important:
This power is extraordinary and applies only to UTs without legislatures, except under special conditions

Correct Option: 2. 70.
Explanation: The Delhi Legislative Assembly consists of 70 members, directly elected by the people.

Correct Option: 4. Ladakh.
Explanation: Among the nine UTs, Ladakh is one of the UTs without a legislature.

Correct Option: 4. Legislative Assembly.
Explanation: The Council of Ministers in Delhi, like in full fledged states, is collectively responsible to the Legislative Assembly.

Correct Option: 4. President of India.
Explanation: Article 239AB allows the President to impose President’s Rule in Delhi in case of a breakdown of constitutional machinery.