RRB NTPC 2026 · Question 28 of 93
Correct Option: (B) administration of union territories by President Explanation: Article 239 of the Indian Constitution states that every Union Territory shall be administered by the President of India. However, the President administers the Union Territories through an Administrator (which may be called Lieutenant Governor, Chief Commissioner, or Administrator) appointed by him. Therefore, while day-to-day administration is handled by the Administrator, the constitutional authority lies with the President. Information Booster: The President’s authority under Article 239 allows him to appoint any person to administer the affairs of a Union Territory. In practice, the President acts on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers, headed by the Prime Minister. Some Union Territories like Delhi and Puducherry have elected governments, but they still function under special provisions (Articles 239AA and 239A), and the President retains ultimate authority.
Source: RRB NTPC CBT-I Memory-Based Paper 16 March 2026 S1 (careerpower test-platform compilation) · memory-based
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