With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements:
I. An Ordinance can amend any Central Act.
II. An Ordinance can abridge a Fundamental Right.
III. An Ordinance can come into effect from a back date.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct Answer: I and III only.

Explanation: An ordinance carries the same legal force as an Act of Parliament, meaning it can amend a Central Act (I) and can be implemented retrospectively (III). However, like any legislative act, it is subject to Article 13 and cannot abridge Fundamental Righ...

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With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements: I. An Ordinance can amend any Central Act. II. An Ordinance can abridge a Fundamental Right. III. An Ordinance can come into effect from a back date.Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements:
I. An Ordinance can amend any Central Act.
II. An Ordinance can abridge a Fundamental Right.
III. An Ordinance can come into effect from a back date.

Which of the statements given above are correct?