Are there any specific roles or responsibilities assigned to the states with regard to resources vested in the Union as per Article 297?
Yes, there are specific roles or responsibilities assigned to the states with regard to resources vested in the Union as per Article 297. The executive power of the Union and of each State shall extend to the carrying on of any trade or business and to the acquisition, holding, and disposal of property and the making of contracts for any purpose. However, the said executive power of the Union shall be subject in each State to legislation by the State in cases where such trade or business or such purpose is not one with respect to which Parliament may make laws. Similarly, the said executive power of each State shall be subject to legislation by Parliament in cases where such trade or business or such purpose is not one with respect to which the State Legislature may make laws.