Centre promised more legislative powers for Ladakh, says delegation
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Why in news
Civil society members reported that the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) proposed a new mechanism to grant Ladakh greater legislative, financial, and administrative powers within the Union Territory framework.
Background
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is expected to release a draft outlining proposed changes to Ladakh's powers. The discussions took place during a sub-committee meeting on May 22, 2026.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyMHA: Ministry of Home Affairs is the nodal ministry for Union Territory administration.
- PlaceLadakh: A Union Territory of India.
- FactThe proposed changes involve legislative, financial, and administrative powers.
For Mains
Q. Examine the constitutional implications of granting greater legislative and administrative autonomy to Union Territories like Ladakh within the framework of Indian federalism.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Asymmetric federalism: Balancing the unique requirements of Ladakh with the constitutional status of Union Territories.
- Administrative friction: Potential conflicts between delegated powers and the oversight of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
- Democratic deficit: Addressing civil society demands for local self-governance and legislative agency.
Keywords: Asymmetric Federalism · Union Territory · Legislative Autonomy · Administrative Decentralization · Civil Society Engagement
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