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How can L-G act without the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers?

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure   Source: TH  Context: The Supreme Court observed how can the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) act without aid and advice of the Council of Ministers in nominating 10 members to the MCD.   What was the case?  The petitioner’s (Delhi govt) claims: According to …

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Centre vs Delhi Govt on control over services: timeline of a dispute

GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Functions and Responsibilities of the Union and the States, Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure, Devolution of Powers   Source: IE  Direction: The article highlights the protracted legal battle between the Centre and the Delhi government and SC’s verdicts on this dispute.    Context: A five-judge Constitution Bench of …

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