2016 GS2 MAINS PYQ SOLVED

1. Discuss the essentials of the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act and anomalies, if any, that have led to recent reported conflicts between the elected representatives and the institution of the Lieutenant Governor in the administration of Delhi. Do you think that this will give rise to a new trend in the functioning of the Indian federal politics?

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The 69th Constitutional Amendment Act (1991) granted Delhi the status of a National Capital Territory (NCT) with a Legislative Assembly, creating a unique administrative framework in India.

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1.Essentials of the 69th Amendment

Established Delhi as a Union Territory with special provisions under Article 239AA.

Introduced a 70-member Legislative Assembly with the power to legislate on State and Concurrent List subjects, excluding public order, police, and land.

The Lieutenant Governor (LG) acts as the representative of the President with discretionary powers in specific matters.

2.Anomalies Leading to Conflicts

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