1. Article 246A grants exclusive power to Parliament to make laws on GST.
2. States have no legislative power over intra-state GST.
3. GST Council is a constitutional body under Article 279A.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
This analysis evaluates the constitutional provisions related to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India.
Statement 1: Parliament's GST Law Power
Article 246A allows Parliament to legislate on GST. However, it does not grant exclusive power for all GST laws. Article 246A(3) specifically empowers State legislatures to make laws on intra-state GST. Hence, Statement 1 is incorrect.
Statement 2: States' Intra-State GST Power
Article 246A(3) clearly grants legislative power to States for making laws on GST within their respective territories (intra-state GST). This contradicts the assertion that States have no such power. Hence, Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 3: GST Council Status
Article 279A of the Indian Constitution explicitly mandates the creation of the Goods and Services Tax Council (GST Council). Its establishment via a constitutional article confirms it as a constitutional body. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
Conclusion on Correct Statements
Only Statement 3 accurately reflects the constitutional provisions concerning GST.
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