Under Article 8 of the Constitution, what is the legal status of any law, custom, or usage that is inconsistent with Fundamental Rights?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Void to the extent of such inconsistency
- Step 1: Article 8(1) declares: 'Any law, or any custom or usage having the force of law, in so far as it is inconsistent with the rights conferred by this Chapter, shall, to the extent of such inconsistency, be void.' Step 2. This establishes the supremacy of fundamental rights and judicial review over ordinary legislation. Answer: Void to the extent of such inconsistency. Why not the others: Inconsistent laws are void ab initio to the extent of inconsistency.
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