SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor of a state has more legislative powers compared to the Lieutenant Governor of a Union Territory.
DETAILS:
- The Governor can summon and prorogue the state legislature and give assent to bills.
- The Lieutenant Governor has limited legislative powers and primarily acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
- In Union Territories with a legislative assembly, the Lieutenant Governor's role is more of a facilitator than a decision-maker.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- N/A
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 153-167 for Governors; Articles 239-241 for Lieutenant Governors.
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