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Which of these statements about Article 73 (extent of executive power of the Union) of the Constitution and Schedule interplay is accurate?

Q: Answer-Which of these statements about Article 73 (extent of executive power of the Union) of the Constitut...

Article 73 defines the extent of Union executive power, making it co-extensive with Parliaments legislative competence. When Parliament is empowered to legislate on State List subjects under Articles 249, 250, or during Emergency, Union executive power correspondingly extends into those areas. This ensures effective implementation of Union laws. The Supreme Court has recognized that executive power must follow legislative power, reinforcing constitutional coherence. This arrangement demonstrates how the Constitution prioritizes national interest during exceptional situations while otherwise respecting State autonomy.

A Article 73 gives the Union no power in State List areas under any circumstances.

B Article 73 provides Union executive power subject to law, and Seven Schedule determines subjects but in emergencies or under specified constitutional Articles Parliament can legislate on State subjects (e.g., Article 249, 250, 352).

C Article 73 abolishes State executive entirely.

D Article 73 makes the Seventh Schedule subordinate to State law.

E Article 73 applies only to Part B states.

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