CMA Foundation · Fundamentals of Business Laws and Business Communication · Primary and Subordinate Legislation
Which of the following is an example of primary legislation in India?
The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 is primary legislation because it was enacted directly by a legislature. Rules, ministry notifications and municipal bye-laws are framed under authority delegated by an Act, so they are classed as subordinate legislation rather than primary legislation.
- AThe Companies (Accounts) Rules framed under the Companies Act, 2013
- BThe Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 passed by the legislatureCorrect
- CA notification issued by a Ministry under the GST Act
- DA bye-law framed by a Municipal Corporation
Explanation
Primary legislation is an Act passed by a legislature, and the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 is such an Act. Rules, notifications and bye-laws are made by authorities under delegated power and are therefore subordinate legislation, which is why the other options are wrong.
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