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Which Article of the Indian Constitution states that no law made by Parliament shall be deemed invalid for having extra-territorial operation?

AArticle 245(1)

BArticle 245(2)

CArticle 248

DArticle 246

Answer:

B. Article 245(2)

Read Explanation:

  • Article 245(2) clarifies that a law made by Parliament will not be considered invalid merely because it has extra-territorial (beyond India) application.


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