Q. With reference to the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, consider the following statements:
1.The Chief Minister of Delhi is appointed by the President.
2.The Delhi Legislative Assembly can make laws on all matters of the State List except public order, police, and land.
3.The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi can promulgate ordinances during the recess of the Assembly only with the prior permission of the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation :
- Unlike in the States (where the Governor appoints the CM), in Delhi, the President appoints the Chief Minister. The other ministers are also appointed by the President on the advice of the Chief Minister, as per the special provisions under the 69th Constitutional Amendment.
- Delhi has been given legislative powers similar to a state, but with three key exceptions in the State List: public order, police, and land. On these subjects, only the Parliament can legislate.
- The Governor has ordinance-making power when the Assembly is not in session, but this requires prior permission of the President. Also, such ordinances must be approved by the Assembly within six weeks of reassembly.
Source: Laxmikant (Polity)
