In Brief
The Delhi Court resolved jurisdictional disputes between the Government of NCT of Delhi and the Union over administrative powers. The Court held that while Delhi has special constitutional status with a legislative assembly and elected government, it remains a Union Territory. Entry 41 (State Public Services) of the State List does not apply to Delhi because Union services are governed by the Union, not State rules. The Court upheld the Central Government's power to limit the Anti-Corruption Branch's jurisdiction over Central employees and confirmed that appointment of Special Public Prosecutors requires the Lieutenant Governor to act on the Council of Ministers' advice. However, Delhi retained powers over electricity regulations and stamp duty matters within its legislative competence. The Court emphasized cooperative governance between the Lieutenant Governor and Chief Minister within constitutional frameworks.
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