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Centre-State relations MCQs with Answers

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Use these standalone questions to revise the law for CLAT PG. The exam asks comprehension questions based on extracts from judgments, statutes and regulations. See the CLAT PG exam format

Question 1

In the ordinary constitutional allocation for Indian States, which government bears primary responsibility for public order, rather than that responsibility arising solely from the BNSS?

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Question 2

According to the Union Government’s explanation of new criminal-law implementation, which governments primarily bear responsibility for ordinary crime investigation and prosecution within their respective jurisdictions?

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Question 3

An International treaty becomes binding on India, when :

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Question 4

Article 280 of the Constitution of India deals with :

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Question 5

Both Union and State Legislature can legislate on -

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Question 6

The power to impose taxes is found in:

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Question 7

Under which Article of Indian Constitution, Goods and Services Tax Council is constituted :-

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Question 8

Where in order to give effect to international agreement the Parliament enacts law on matter enumerated in the State List, without consulting the affected states, the law is
(A). Void
(B). Valid
(C). Void to the extent of encroachment
(D). Valid only to the extent affected state has given the consent

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Question 9

VIIth Schedule of the Constitution of India contains:

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Question 10

The properties of a State Government are acquired by the Central Government in accordance with the provisions of an Act passed by Parliament The State challenges the Central Government's action. Which one of the following is the best legal position?

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