Constitutional Provisions on Executive Powers, Duties, and Inter-State Relations: A Contemporary Analysis of Articles 256 to 263
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Constitutional Provisions on Executive Powers, Duties, and Inter-State Relations: A Contemporary Analysis of Articles 256 to 263 Constitutional Framework: - Article 256: Mandates that the executive power of a State shall be so exercised as to ensure compliance with laws made by the Parliament. It is the duty of the State to ensure compliance with Union laws. - Article 257: Empowers the Union to issue directions to the States regarding the execution of Union laws. However, these directives should not infringe upon the federal structure or essential powers of the States. - Article 258: Grants the President the authority to entrust functions to a State or its officers concerning the execution of Union laws. Relevant Case Laws: Har Sharan Verma v. Union of India (2014): This case clarified that directions under Article 257 must not undermine the basic framework of the Constitution. States cannot be compelled to implement directives that violate their essent...