SHORT ANSWER:
The legislative powers of governors in states and lieutenant governors in union territories differ in scope and authority.
DETAILS:
- Governors have the power to summon and prorogue the state legislature and give assent to bills.
- Lieutenant governors have limited legislative powers, primarily overseeing the administration of union territories and can also summon the legislative assembly if one exists.
- In union territories without a legislative assembly, the lieutenant governor acts on behalf of the President of India.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Not applicable.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 153-167 for Governors; Articles 239-241 for Lieutenant Governors.
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