Freedom of trade, commerce and intercourse
Subject to the other provisions of this Part, trade, commerce and intercourse throughout the territory of India shall be free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Article 301 of the Indian Constitution say?
Subject to the other provisions of this Part, trade, commerce and intercourse throughout the territory of India shall be free.
Which Part of the Constitution contains Article 301?
Article 301 falls under Part XIII — Trade, Commerce and Intercourse within India — of the Constitution of India.
Related Articles in Part XIII
Article 302 Power of Parliament to impose restrictions on trade, commerce and intercourse
Article 303 Restrictions on the legislative powers of the Union and of the States with regard to trade and commerce
Article 304 Restrictions on trade, commerce and intercourse among States
Article 305 Saving of existing laws and laws providing for State monopolies
Article 307 Appointment of authority for carrying out the purposes of articles 301 to 304