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Who is vested with the residuary powers of legislation in the Indian Constitution?

APresident

BState Legislatures

CParliament

DSupreme Court

Answer:

C. Parliament

Read Explanation:

  • Under Article 248, Parliament has exclusive authority over subjects not listed in central, state, or concurrent lists (residuary powers)


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