Seventh Schedule of the Indian constitution deals with the ______.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4: Union, State, and Concurrent Lists.
Explanation:
- The Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the distribution of powers between the Centre and the States. It falls under Article 246 and comprises three types of lists:
- Union List: Only the Central Government can enact laws on the subjects included in this list. (e.g., Defence, Foreign Affairs, Railways, Banking).
- State List: Under normal circumstances, only the State Government can enact laws on the subjects listed here. (e.g., Police, Agriculture, Public Health).
- Concurrent List: Both the Centre and the States can enact laws on this list; however, in the event of a conflict, the Central law prevails. (e.g., Education, Forests, Marriage and Divorce).
Analysis of Other Options (Quick Revision):
- Since you are preparing for SSC CGL, UP SI, and RRB examinations, remember to review other important schedules as well:
- Option 1 (11th Schedule): Powers and responsibilities of Panchayats (73rd Amendment, 1992).
- Option 2 (10th Schedule): Anti-Defection Law (52nd Amendment, 1985).
- Option 3 (12th Schedule): Powers and responsibilities of Municipalities (74th Amendment, 1992).
Important Questions for Upcoming Examinations:
Question: How many schedules were there in the original Constitution, and how many are there currently?
Answer: There were 8 schedules in the original Constitution; currently, there are 12.
Question: In which list is 'Education' placed?
Answer: Concurrent List (Transferred from the State List by the 42nd Amendment).
Question: What are the subjects that do not appear in any of these three lists called?
Answer: Residuary Powers—the authority to enact laws on these subjects rests with the Centre (Parliament).