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Can State Legislatures make laws that have effect outside their territory?

AYes, always

BNo, never

COnly with Parliament’s permission

DOnly if there is a sufficient nexus between the State and the subject matter

Answer:

D. Only if there is a sufficient nexus between the State and the subject matter

Read Explanation:

  • As per the doctrine of territorial nexus, a State may legislate with extra-territorial effect only when there is a real and substantial connection between the State and the object of legislation


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