SHORT ANSWER:
Union Territories have limited legislative powers compared to States, affecting their governance autonomy.
DETAILS:
- States have their own legislatures and can make laws on subjects in the State List and Concurrent List.
- Union Territories may have legislatures (like Delhi and Puducherry) but their powers are defined by the Central Government.
- The Central Government retains more control over Union Territories, impacting local governance.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Limited legislative power can lead to less local representation and slower response to local issues in Union Territories.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 239 to 241.
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