Are the powers and functions of a body or Council of Ministers in a Union Territory specified by law?
Yes, the powers and functions of a body or Council of Ministers in a Union Territory are specified by law. According to Article 239A(1), Parliament may by law create a body (either elected or partly nominated and partly elected) to function as a Legislature for the Union territory or a Council of Ministers, or both, with such constitution, powers, and functions as may be specified in the law.