Q. In which of the following circumstances, Parliament can make laws on the subjects enumerated in the state lists?
1. If the legislative assembly of two or more states by simple majority passes a resolution recommending Parliament to make laws on the state subjects.
2. To implement the provisions of the Fundamental Duties.
3. If Rajya Sabha passes a resolution for the same supported by two-thirds of members present and voting.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Exp) Option a is the correct answer
Constitution empowers the Parliament to make laws on any matter enumerated in the State List under the certain extraordinary circumstances.
Statement 1 is correct: Parliament can make laws on the state subject if the legislatures of two or more states pass resolutions, by simple majority, recommending the Parliament to enact laws on a matter in the State List. A law so enacted applies only to those states which have passed the resolutions.
Statement 2 is incorrect: There is no such ground (to implement provisions of Fundamental duties) for the Parliament to make laws on subjects enumerated in the state list. However, Parliament can make laws on state list to give effect to the international agreements or treaties.
Statement 3 is correct: Parliament can make laws on the state subjects if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution supported by two thirds of members present and voting. Rajya Sabha declares that it is necessary in the national interest that parliament should make laws with respect to matters related to state subjects.
