Question

Which schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the division of power between the Centre and the States?

• A. 9th
• B. 12th
• C. 7th
• D. 6th

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 7th

The 7th Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the division of powers between the Union (Centre) and the States. It contains three legislative lists:

• Union List: Subjects on which the Parliament has exclusive power to make laws. This includes defense, foreign affairs, banking, and currency.

• State List: Subjects on which the State Legislature has exclusive power to make laws. This includes public order, police, public health, and sanitation.

• Concurrent List: Subjects on which both the Parliament and the State Legislature can make laws. This includes criminal law, marriage, and education.