Static Core GK - Indian Polity (Static)
Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers Parliament to legislate on any subject for the whole or any part of India during a national emergency?
Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers Parliament to legislate on any subject for the whole or any part of India during a national emergency?
easy Q2 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Understand emergency provisions
During a national emergency, Parliament gains extended legislative powers over State subjects.Step 2: Apply Article 250
Article 250 allows Parliament to legislate on State List subjects during a national emergency proclaimed under Article 352.Final Answer:
Article 250 → Option DQuick Check:
Parliament's emergency power on State subjects = Article 250 ✅
Quick Trick: 250 follows 249 which is about Rajya Sabha's special powers.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing Article 249 (Rajya Sabha powers) or 252 (inter-state agreements) with emergency powers.
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