Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the territorial extent of Parliament's legislative power? 1. The Parliament can make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India. 2. The Parliament can make laws that apply to Indian citizens and their property even outside the country. 3. The Parliament cannot make laws for Union Territories. Select the correct answer using the code below: |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Article 245(1) of the Constitution of India provides that Parliament may make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India. The “territory of India” includes: The states, the Union Territories and any other territory that may be acquired
Article 245(2) states: “No law made by Parliament shall be deemed to be invalid on the ground that it would have extra-territorial operation.” This means Parliament can legislate with extra-territorial jurisdiction, i.e., laws can apply to: Indian citizens living abroad, Indian-owned ships or aircraft and property owned by Indian citizens located outside India
The Parliament has the authority to enact laws applicable to the entire territory of India or any part of it. This territory comprises the states, union territories, and any other area that is, at the time, considered part of India.

Source: Laxmikant

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