Can you explain how armed forces are managed under the Union List?
The management of armed forces under the Union List is primarily governed by Article 246, specifically in items 1 and 2. These items state that the defense of India, including preparation for defense and acts conducive to war, are managed by the central government. Additionally, the deployment of any armed force of the Union or any other force subject to its control is also under the jurisdiction of the Union List. The central government has full authority over the management and operation of the naval, military, and air forces, as well as any other armed forces of the Union.