Financial decisions will rest with elected leaders: Sonam Wangchuk on Ladakh’s agreement with Centre
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Why in news
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk welcomed the agreement between the Centre and Ladakh representatives (LAB and KDA) to establish an elected Chief Minister for the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Background
The agreement grants the UT-level Assembly legislative power over budget allocation and bureaucracy control. It includes safeguards under Article 371 to protect Ladakh's environment, land, and culture.
Facts for Prelims
- FactLadakh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA): The two primary representative bodies of Ladakh involved in the agreement.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the implications of granting legislative and budgetary powers to Union Territories on the federal structure of India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Asymmetric federalism: Balancing special protections under Article 371 with the administrative requirements of Union Territories.
- Democratic accountability: Transitioning from direct central oversight to representative-led financial and bureaucratic decision-making.
Keywords: Asymmetric Federalism · Democratic Decentralization · Article 371 · Legislative Autonomy · Administrative Governance
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