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Question
Why is our Constitution known as the ‘Fundamental Law of the Land’?
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Solution
The Constitution of India, being superior to all ordinary laws of the State, is known as the “Fundamental Law of the Land”. Any law that contravenes the provisions of the Constitution is void.
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