SHORT ANSWER:
The appointment and role of the governor in Union Territories differ as some Union Territories have a Lieutenant Governor instead of a Governor.
DETAILS:
- Union Territories with legislative assemblies have a Lieutenant Governor appointed by the President of India.
- Union Territories without legislative assemblies are administered directly by the Central Government.
- The Lieutenant Governor has powers similar to a Governor but operates under the authority of the Central Government.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- N/A
SOURCE:
- Government of India Act, 1919; Article 239 to 241 of the Constitution of India.
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