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SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 44

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2023 - 27 June 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q44

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Which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India provides that there shall be a Legislative Assembly for the National Capital Territory of Delhi?
 

 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Article 239AA.

  • Article 239AA of the Indian Constitution deals with special provisions for the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
  • It was introduced by the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act in 1991.

Key Aspects:

  • It mandated a Legislative Assembly for Delhi, with members chosen by direct election.
  • A Council of Ministers, headed by a Chief Minister, is created to aid and advise the Lieutenant Governor (LG). 
  • The Legislative Assembly has the power to make laws for the NCT on matters in the State and Concurrent Lists, excluding certain specific entries.