Q54.
'X' was addressing a seminar on the meaning of the term 'law' as provided under Article 13, Part III of the Constitution of India. 'X' explained that the meaning of the term 'law' in the Constitution of India was very comprehensive. It included ordinances, orders and even rules and regulations. 'Y' pointed out that the term 'law' in Article 13 also included custom or usage having in the territory of India the force of law, to which 'X' was not convinced. Based on the above, select the correct conclusion from the options given below.
Answer
D
Explanation
Article 13(3)(a) gives 'law' a broad meaning, including ordinances, orders, bye-laws, rules, regulations, notifications and customs/usages having the force of law. The crucial UPSC trap is the conclusion: X's broad list is correct, but X rejects Y's inclusion of custom. Therefore, for the official Series-A key, only Y's overall view is accepted → Option D. This is a legally nuanced question and should be taught with the exact Article 13(3)(a) wording.