Article 243L of CoI : Article 243L: Application to Union territories.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Establishment of Panchayats in the Union Territory of Delhi

Explanation: The Government of India decides to establish Panchayats in the Union Territory of Delhi. According to Article 243L, the provisions related to Panchayats that apply to states will also apply to Delhi. However, instead of the Governor, the Administrator (Lieutenant Governor) of Delhi will oversee the implementation. The Legislative Assembly of Delhi will have the same powers and responsibilities as a state legislature in this context.

Practical Application: The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi issues a notification to establish Panchayats in rural areas of Delhi. The Legislative Assembly of Delhi passes laws regarding the powers, functions, and elections of these Panchayats, similar to how a state legislature would do for Panchayats in a state.

Example 2:

Scenario: Modification of Panchayat Provisions in the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Explanation: The President of India decides that certain provisions of Part IX of the Constitution, which deals with Panchayats, need to be modified for the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. According to Article 243L, the President can issue a public notification specifying these modifications.

Practical Application: The President issues a notification stating that the Panchayats in Andaman and Nicobar Islands will have a different structure compared to those in states. For instance, the notification might specify that the Panchayats will have fewer members due to the smaller population of the islands. The Administrator of Andaman and Nicobar Islands will implement these modified provisions, and the local legislative body, if any, will follow these guidelines.