Indian Polity UPPSC 2000 GS-I
Question

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers Parliament to make law for giving effect to international agreements?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Art. 253

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Art. 253”.

Article 253 of the Indian Constitution grants the Parliament the authority to enact laws for the whole or any part of the country to implement any treaty, agreement, or convention with other countries or international organizations.

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