Question

The repugnancy arises

• A. when two laws are identical
• B. when the judgment of two judges are contrary
• C. when provisions of two laws are contrary
• D. when judgments are delayed

Hint:

Repugnancy = Legal contradiction between laws. It occurs when State and Central laws clash on Concurrent List subjects.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

In constitutional law, repugnancy refers to a conflict between two laws — typically between a central and a state law on a subject in the Concurrent List.
Step-by-step Explanation:
- Article 254 of the Indian Constitution deals with repugnancy.
- If a state law is inconsistent with a central law on the same subject, the central law prevails, unless the state law has received Presidential assent.
- Such a situation arises when the provisions of the two laws contradict each other.
Therefore, repugnancy arises when provisions of two laws are contrary.