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Indian Polity • Parliament & ExecutiveEasy

Which Article of the Constitution empowers Parliament to legislate on any subject enumerated in the State List if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority?

A. Article 249✓ Correct Answer
B. Article 250
C. Article 252
D. Article 253

💡 Solution & Explanation

Article 249 grants Parliament the authority to legislate on any matter enumerated in the State List if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution supported by at least two-thirds of members present and voting. Other provisions like Article 250 deal with legislation during a national emergency, while Article 253 implements international treaties. Center-state legislative relations are extensively covered in Indian polity syllabi.

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