Section 54 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991 in hindi
Laying of rules before Legislative Assembly.
Every rule made by the Lieutenant Governor under this Act shall be laid, as soon as it is made, before the Legislative Assembly.
Summary
- The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi is authorized to make rules under various parts of this Act.
- Every single rule that the Lieutenant Governor makes must be presented to the Delhi Legislative Assembly.
- This presentation of rules must occur as soon as possible after the rules are made.
- The laying of rules ensures that the elected Legislative Assembly is kept informed of and can oversee the rules made by the administrator.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who is responsible for making the rules that must be laid before the Legislative Assembly under Section 54?
The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi is the authority who makes these rules.
2. How quickly must the rules be presented to the Legislative Assembly?
The rules must be laid before the Legislative Assembly as soon as they are made.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 54 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, who is the authority responsible for making rules that must be laid before the Legislative Assembly?
Q2.Under Section 54 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, what is the required timeline for presenting the rules made by the Lieutenant Governor before the Delhi Legislative Assembly?
Q3.Under Section 54 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, before which body must the Lieutenant Governor lay the rules made under the Act?
Q4.How does Section 54 of The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, ensure democratic legislative oversight over the administrative decisions of the Lieutenant Governor?