Multiple choice

The rule that no tax shall be levied except by authority of law is embodied in Article:

  1. 262

  2. 263

  3. 264

  4. 265

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 265 of the Constitution of India embodies the principle that no tax shall be levied except by authority of law. This ensures that taxation requires legislative sanction - either through Parliament or State Legislatures - preventing arbitrary taxation by the executive.