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Which of the following is the principal source of law in India from which all other laws derive their validity?
The Constitution of India is the principal and supreme source of law. All statutes, rules and other legal instruments derive their validity from it, and any law that conflicts with it can be struck down by the courts as void.
- AThe Constitution of IndiaCorrect
- BCommercial customs
- CJudicial commentaries
- DGovernment circulars
Explanation
The Constitution is the supreme law of India. Statutes, rules and other laws must conform to it, and those inconsistent with it can be declared void by courts. Customs, commentaries and circulars are subordinate or secondary sources.
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