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Under which Article of the Indian Constitution are provisions made for grants-in-aid by the Union government to certain specific states out of the Consolidated Fund of India?
A. Article 275✓ Correct Answer
B. Article 280
C. Article 265
D. Article 282
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 275 of the Indian Constitution empowers Parliament to provide statutory grants-in-aid out of the Consolidated Fund of India to states requiring financial assistance. Article 280 establishes the Finance Commission, whereas Article 265 prohibits tax collection without legal authority. These financial provisions ensure balanced regional development across different states.
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