The Pondicherry (Administration)  Act, 1962

The Pondicherry (Administration) Act, 1962 was enacted to provide for the administration of the Union Territory of Puducherry. The Act establishes a Legislative Assembly for the territory and provides for the appointment of an Administrator to represent the President of India. It also outlines the powers and functions of the Administrator, Legislative Assembly, and Council of Ministers, as well as the powers of the Central Government in relation to the administration of the Union Territory. Additionally, the Act defines the jurisdiction and powers of the High Court of Madras with respect to the territory.