Question : Protection of Law and Order

(a) whether the State Government of Andhra Pradesh has requested the Government to frame rules and guidelines under section 8 of the Act, vesting the Governor with powers to protect law and order, individual liberty and properties of the citizens in Hyderabad, the common capital of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh; and

(b) if so, the details thereof and the steps being taken in this regard?

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS
(SHRI HANSRAJ GANGARAM AHIR)


(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. However, there is no provision to frame rules or guidelines under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014. The provisions of Section 8 of the Act are sufficient. The Governor shall exercise his powers and discharge responsibilities as and when need arises.




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