Q. With reference to the administration of Union Territories in India, consider the following statements:
1.The President can appoint the Governor of a state as the administrator of an adjoining Union Territory.
2.The administrator of a Union Territory always functions under the aid and advice of the council of ministers of that territory.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The President has the power to appoint the Governor of a state as the administrator of an adjoining Union Territory. This provision helps in administrative efficiency and integration.
  • When a Governor is appointed as the Administrator of a UT, he acts independently of the council of ministers of the concerned Union Territory. This is an exception to the usual system of working with the aid and advice of the council.

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