New Delhi: The Supreme Court is all set to hear a plea on July 10, filed by the Delhi government challenging the constitutionality of the ordinance on control of services. The ordinance was promulgated by the central government on May 19, 2023, and it gives the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi sweeping powers over the transfer and posting of civil servants in the national capital.
The Delhi government argues that the ordinance is unconstitutional because it violates the provisions of the Constitution that give the elected government in Delhi control over the administration of the city. The government also argues that the ordinance is an attempt to undermine the federal structure of the Indian government.
The central government has defended the ordinance, saying that it is necessary to ensure the smooth functioning of the administration in Delhi. The government also says that the ordinance does not violate the Constitution because it does not take away the powers of the elected government in Delhi.
The Supreme Court is expected to hear arguments from both sides on July 10, and it is likely to give a ruling on the matter soon after. The ruling of the Supreme Court will have a significant impact on the power balance between the central government and the elected government in Delhi.
The ordinance on control of services has been a source of controversy since it was promulgated. The Delhi government has been protesting against the ordinance, and it has filed a number of petitions in the Supreme Court challenging its constitutionality.
The central government has also been facing criticism for promulgating the ordinance. The opposition parties have accused the government of trying to undermine the federal structure of the Indian government.
The Supreme Court hearing on the Delhi government’s challenge to the ordinance is expected to be closely watched. The ruling of the Supreme Court will have a significant impact on the power balance between the central government and the elected government in Delhi.
The ordinance on control of services is a complex issue, and there are strong arguments on both sides. The Supreme Court will have to carefully consider all of the arguments before it gives a ruling. The ruling of the Supreme Court is likely to be a landmark decision, and it will have a significant impact on the future of Delhi.