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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An ordinance has the same force as a law of Parliament — it can amend central Acts (I) and can be retrospective (III). However, no ordinary law (or ordinance) can abridge a Fundamental Right under Article 13 (II incorrect).

With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements: I. An Ordinance can amend any…

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