Which of the following statements is/are true regarding the distribution of power between the Centre and the States in India?
A
Residuary powers are conferred on the Union Government.
B
The scheme of distribution of legislative powers is provided under the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution.
C
Both (1) and (2) are correct
D
None of above
Correct Option:
C
Explanation
Residuary legislative powers in India belong to Parliament/the Union. The Seventh Schedule of the Constitution contains the Union List, State List and Concurrent List, which distribute legislative subjects between Parliament and the State Legislatures. Hence both statements are correct.
