Which list allows both Centre and State to legislate on the same subject?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Answer: Concurrent List
Explanation
The Constitution of India distributes legislative powers between the Centre and the States under the Seventh Schedule (Article 246). This division is categorized into three lists:
Union List: Only the Central Government (Parliament) can make laws (e.g., Defence, Railways).
State List: Only the State Governments can make laws under normal circumstances (e.g., Police, Agriculture).
Concurrent List: Both the Centre and the State can legislate on the subjects mentioned here.
Key Facts for Exams
Constitutional Provision: The three lists are found in the 7th Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
Number of Subjects: * Union List: Originally 97, currently 100 subjects.
State List: Originally 66, currently 61 subjects.
Concurrent List: Originally 47, currently 52 subjects.
Source: The concept of the Concurrent List in India was borrowed from the Constitution of Australia.
3. Exam-Related Practice Questions
Q1: In case of a deadlock or conflict between a Union law and a State law on a Concurrent List subject, which law prevails?
Answer: The Union (Central) law.
Q2: Education was moved from the State List to the Concurrent List by which Constitutional Amendment Act?
Answer: 42nd Amendment Act, 1976.