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Which Article of the Constitution deals with the extent of executive power of the Union?

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Article 73

Article on Union Executive Power Extent

The Constitution of India establishes the framework for the Union government's executive authority. A key aspect of this framework is defining the boundaries or the extent of executive power of the Union. This ensures clarity on the scope of actions the central government can undertake.

The question asks to identify the specific Article within the Constitution that deals with this aspect. Let's review the provided options:

Understanding Key Constitutional Articles related to Executive Power

  • Article 73: Extent of Executive Power of the Union
    This Article directly addresses the scope of the executive power vested in the Union. It stipulates that the executive power of the Union shall extend to the matters concerning which Parliament has the power to make laws. It also covers the exercise of rights, authority, and jurisdiction conferred on India by any treaty or international agreement. Essentially, the Union's executive power is generally co-extensive with the legislative powers of Parliament.
  • Article 78: Duties of Prime Minister regarding furnishing information to the President
    This Article outlines the responsibilities of the Prime Minister in keeping the President informed about the administration of the Union and legislative proposals. It focuses on communication between the executive head (President) and the head of government (Prime Minister), rather than defining the overall extent of executive power.
  • Article 75: Other provisions as to Ministers
    Article 75 lays down provisions related to the appointment, tenure, and salaries of Ministers, including the Prime Minister. While it pertains to the executive machinery, it does not define the limits or extent of the executive power itself.
  • Article 52: The President
    This Article simply establishes that there shall be a President of India, who is the constitutional head of the executive. It doesn't detail the scope or extent of the powers that can be exercised by the Union executive.

Identifying the Correct Article

By examining the functions of each Article, it becomes clear that Article 73 is specifically dedicated to defining the extent of the executive power of the Union, aligning it with Parliament's legislative domain.

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