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How does the Constitution of India address the pre-existing laws and customs regarding civil and criminal matters in Sikkim under the protective umbrella of Article 371F?
A. They were declared null and void immediately upon the 36th Amendment
B. They continue to operate unless superseded by parliamentary or state legislation that specifically overrides them✓ Correct Answer
C. They were automatically replaced by the Code of Criminal Procedure and Indian Penal Code without exception
D. They require annual ratification by the Governor of Sikkim
💡 Solution & Explanation
Pre-existing customary and statutory laws in Sikkim relating to civil and criminal matters are preserved under the constitutional safeguards of Article 371F, allowing traditional norms to persist alongside modern Indian legal codes unless explicitly altered by competent legislative enactment. This ensures respect for local traditions and community structures. The High Court of Sikkim exercises jurisdiction while taking cognizance of these local legal nuances.
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