Q. There is an ongoing debate about bringing Chandigarh under Article 240. What could be a key consequence of this move?

[A] The UT’s laws would require approval from both the Punjab and Haryana governments.

[B] The Centre would gain the power to amend or repeal Chandigarh’s laws through regulations without passing them in Parliament.

[C] Chandigarh would get an elected Legislative Assembly with more autonomy.

[D] The Mayor of Chandigarh would be directly elected for a five-year tenure.

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Article 240 empowers the President to make regulations for certain Union Territories. If applied to Chandigarh, the Centre could directly change or repeal laws through regulations without needing Parliamentary approval, increasing central control over the UT.

Source– IE

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