Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Polity and Indian Constitution

Question:

Which of the following subjects is NOT included in the State List?

(A) Post and Telegraph
(B) Banking
(C) Education
(D) Trade and Commerce

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

(A), (B) and (C) only

(A), (B) and (D) only

(A), (C) and (D) only

(B), (C) and (D) only

Correct Answer:

(A), (B) and (C) only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → (A), (B) and (C) only

Analysis of the Subjects

  • (A) Post and Telegraph: This is a subject of national importance requiring uniform legislation across the country. It is included in the Union List (Entry 31).
  • (B) Banking: Financial systems and banking regulations are vital for national economic stability. Banking is included in the Union List (Entry 45).
  • (C) Education: Originally a State subject, Education was moved to the Concurrent List (Entry 25) by the 42nd Amendment Act in 1976. This means both the Union and State governments can make laws regarding it.
  • (D) Trade and Commerce: Intra-state trade and commerce is typically a State List subject (Entry 26), although it is subject to certain provisions in the Concurrent List regarding specific goods.