Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India says that the executive power of every State shall be so exercised as not to impede or prejudice the exercise of the executive power of the Union?
- Article 257
- Article 258
- Article 355
- Article 356
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- Article 257 requires State executive power to be exercised without impeding Union authority. It ensures Union administration prevails in case of conflict, while allowing consensual sharing or delegation of functions to maintain coordination in Centre–State relations.
