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In case of conflict between a Union law and a State law on a subject in the Concurrent List, which law prevails?

  1. State law always prevails
  2. Union law prevails unless State law has Presidential assent
  3. Older law prevails
  4. Law with more votes prevails

Answer: Union law prevails unless State law has Presidential assent

Article 254(1): In repugnancy between Union and State law on Concurrent List, Union law prevails. Exception under Article 254(2): If State law reserved for President's consideration and receives assent, it prevails in that State (but Parliament can still override by subsequent law). Balances Union supremacy with State flexibility.

Topic Centre-State Relations - Legislative Lists
Exam Relevance Concurrent List conflict resolution frequently asked in UPSC and State PSC exams

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