The parliament can legislate on the subject in the state lista)if the ...
The correct answer is option 'C': if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by two-thirds of its members to legislate on a state matter in the national interest.
Explanation:
In India, the legislative powers are divided between the central government (Parliament) and the state governments. The subjects on which the Parliament can legislate are listed in the Union List, while the subjects on which the state governments can legislate are listed in the State List. There is also a Concurrent List, on which both the Parliament and the state governments can legislate.
Under normal circumstances, the Parliament cannot legislate on a subject in the State List. However, there are certain exceptions to this rule. One such exception is when the Rajya Sabha (the upper house of Parliament) passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority of its members to legislate on a state matter in the national interest.
The Rajya Sabha is composed of representatives from the states as well as members nominated by the President. It is considered to be a council of states and represents the interests of the states in the legislative process. When the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority, it signifies that there is a broad consensus among the states that legislation on a particular state matter is required in the national interest.
This provision ensures that the states have a say in the legislative process and that their interests are taken into account. It also provides a mechanism for the central government to legislate on state matters in exceptional circumstances when it is deemed necessary in the national interest.
In summary, the Parliament can legislate on a subject in the State List if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority to legislate on a state matter in the national interest. This provision ensures the balance of power between the central government and the states while allowing for exceptional circumstances where legislation on state matters is necessary for the larger national interest.