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Part 21 of Indian Constitution: Temporary, Transitional & Special Provisions

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Part 21 of Indian Constitution pertains to Temporary, Transitional, and Special Provisions. It encompasses Articles 369 to 392, which cover matters related to the transitional phase following the Constitution’s adoption and the formation of a new system of governance. This part also contains special provisions for specific states, such as Article 371, which outlines distinct arrangements for Maharashtra, Gujarat, and other states. Explore other Constitutional Articles.

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Part 21

Articles 369-392

Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions

Part 21 of Indian Constitution Overview

Part 21 of Indian Constitution encompassing Article 369 to Article 392. It provides - 

  • Temporary
  • Transitional
  • special provisions to address India’s diverse state needs

It includes powers for Parliament and the President to adapt pre-existing laws, and offers state-specific provisions for unique regions like Nagaland and Maharashtra. It also ensures continuity in judicial and public roles. This part highlights the flexibility of the Constitution and addresses India’s evolving governance requirements and regional complexities. 

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Part 21 of Indian Constitution Scheme

Part 21 of Indian Constitution outlines provisions that were essential during the transitional phase following the Constitution’s adoption and also includes special provisions for certain states to address their unique historical and administrative contexts. Following is an overview of the component in Part 21:

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Part 21

Article 369

Temporary power to Parliament to make laws with respect to certain matters in the State List as if they were matters in the Concurrent List

Article 370

Temporary provisions with respect to the State of Jammu and Kashmir

Article 371

Special provision with respect to the States of Maharashtra and Gujarat

Article 371A

Special provision with respect to the State of Nagaland

Article 371B

Special provision with respect to the State of Assam

Article 371C

Special provision with respect to the State of Manipur

Article 371D

Special provisions with respect to the State of Andhra Pradesh

Article 371E

Establishment of Central University in Andhra Pradesh

Article 371F

Special provisions with respect to the State of Sikkim

Article 371G

Special provision with respect to the State of Mizoram

Article 371H

Special provision with respect to the State of Arunachal Pradesh

Article 371I

Special provision with respect to the State of Goa

Article 372

Continuance in force of existing laws and their adaptation

Article 372A

Power of the President to adapt laws

Article 373

Power of President to make order in respect of persons under preventive detention in certain cases

Article 374

Provisions as to Judges of the Federal Court and proceedings pending in the Federal Court or before His Majesty in Council

Article 375

Courts, authorities and officers to continue to function subject to the provisions of the Constitution

Article 376

Provisions as to Judges of High Courts

Article 377

Provisions as to Comptroller and Auditor-General of India

Article 378

Provisions as to Public Service Commissions

Article 378A

Special provision as to duration of Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly

Article 379-391

Repealed

Article 392

Power of the President to remove difficulties

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Part 21 of Indian Constitution FAQs

Part 21 provides the legal framework for the transitional arrangements following the adoption of the Constitution and includes special provisions for certain states to address their unique social, cultural, and political conditions.

Articles 371 to 371J in Part 21 contain special provisions for states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, and Goa.

No, Articles 379 to 391 have been repealed. The remaining articles continue to serve specific constitutional functions, especially those related to state-specific provisions.
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