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Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament and State Legislatures to make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of Ind
Question

Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament and State Legislatures to make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India?

A.

Article 249

B.

Article 245

C.

Article 256

D.

Article 250

Correct option is B


The correct answer is (b) Article 245
Explanation:
• Article 245 defines territorial extent of laws.
• Empowers Parliament and State Legislatures to legislate.
• Parliament can make laws for whole or part of India.
• States can legislate within their territorial limits.
Information Booster:
• Article 245 falls under Part XI of the Constitution.
• Linked with distribution of legislative powers.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
(a) Article 249
• Deals with Parliament’s power in national interest.
(c) Article 256
• Concerns compliance with Union laws by States.
(d) Article 250
• Applies during National Emergency.

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