Article 301
Freedom of trade, commerce and intercourse
Part XIII: Trade, Commerce and Intercourse within the Territory of India
Subject to the other provisions of this Part, trade, commerce and intercourse throughout the territory of India shall be free.
The Constitution of India (As on 1 May 2026). Includes every amendment up to the Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act, 2023. The small raised numbers in the text point to the amendment notes below.
Related articles
- 302Power of Parliament to impose restrictions on trade, commerce and intercourse
- 303Restrictions on the legislative powers of the Union and of the States with regard to trade and commerce
- 304Restrictions on trade, commerce and intercourse among States
- 305Saving of existing laws and laws providing for State monopolies
- 307Appointment of authority for carrying out the purposes of articles 301 to 304