UPSC Prelims 2025 · Question 81 of 100
UPSC Prelims 2025 question on Ordinance Powers
With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements:
I. An Ordinance can amend any Central Act.
II. An Ordinance can abridge a Fundamental Right.
III. An Ordinance can come into effect from a back date.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Answer: C. I and III only
Verdict
Correct statements: I and III → Option (c).
Statement by statement
Statement I – CORRECT: Ordinances have the same force as an Act of Parliament and can amend Central Acts.
Statement II – INCORRECT: Ordinances are subject to Fundamental Rights and cannot violate them.
Statement III – CORRECT: Ordinances may operate retrospectively except in criminal matters.