Fill in the blanks:
Grants-in-Aid to States are provided under Article ______.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 275.
Article 275 of the Indian Constitution empowers Parliament to provide Grants-in-Aid from the Consolidated Fund of India to specific states in need of financial assistance. These are "Statutory Grants" recommended by the Finance Commission. Unlike shared taxes, these grants aim to bridge regional disparities and assist states in meeting the costs of welfare schemes or administration for Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Areas, ensuring balanced federal development.
Other Options:
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Article 280: Relates to the establishment of the Finance Commission to recommend tax distribution.
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Article 265: Mandates that no tax shall be levied or collected except by authority of law.
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Article 110: Defines "Money Bills" and the specific criteria required for a bill to be classified as such.