Constitution of India · Section Article 282
Expenditure defrayable by the Union or a State out of its revenues
Article 282 — Expenditure defrayable by the Union or a State out of its revenues
- Expenditure defrayable by the Union or a State out of its revenues.—The Union or a State may make any grants for any public purpose, notwithstanding that the purpose is not one with respect to which Parliament or the Legislature of the State, as the case may be, may make laws.
Plain English Summary
This article gives the Central Government (Union) or a State the power to provide money (grants) for any public goal they choose, even if that specific goal is not covered by existing laws made by Parliament or the State Legislature. Essentially, it allows the government flexibility in spending funds for public benefit.
Key Points
- The Union or a State can give grants for any public purpose.
- This power exists even if the purpose is not one for which a law has been specifically made.
- The source of the money for these grants must come from the Union's or State's own revenues.
- It ensures that the government can fund public activities flexibly.
Why It Matters
This article provides the necessary legal basis for the government to undertake various public welfare projects and initiatives without being strictly bound by specific legislative enactments for every single purpose.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.