Article 302
Power of Parliament to impose restrictions on trade, commerce and intercourse
Part XIII: Trade, Commerce and Intercourse within the Territory of India
Parliament may by law impose such restrictions on the freedom of trade, commerce or intercourse between one State and another or within any part of the territory of India as may be required in the public interest.
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
- 301Freedom of 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