Under the Constitution of India, the legislative powers of Parliament normally extend to all matters enlisted in the Union List and the Concurrent List. But under Article 249, Parliament has power to make laws in respect

CS Executive · Industrial, Labour & General Laws · PYQS · December 2016
Under the Constitution of India, the legislative powers of Parliament normally extend to all matters enlisted in the Union List and the Concurrent List. But under Article 249, Parliament has power to make laws in respect of any subject enumerated in the State List. In light of the above, consider the following statements: (i) Parliament can make such law only when the State legislatures authorise Parliament to do so (ii) Council of States has declared by resolution that it is necessary or expedient in national interest (iii) Such resolution by Council of States must be supported by two-thirds of its members present and voting (iv) Such law made by Parliament remains in force for a period not exceeding six months. Select the correct statements from the options given below
(A) (i) and (ii)
(B) (ii) and (iii)
(C) (iii) and (iv)
(D) None of the above.

Answer & Explanation:

Correct Answer: Option (B)

Official answer key: (B).

Topics: Constitution of India

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