Can a law made by a state legislature continue in force after the constitution comes into effect if it relates to any of the matters mentioned in clause (a) or provides punishment for acts referred to in sub-clause (ii)?
No, a law made by a state legislature cannot continue in force after the constitution comes into effect if it relates to any of the matters mentioned in clause (a) or provides punishment for acts referred to in sub-clause (ii). According to the context provided, the power to make laws with respect to these matters is reserved solely for the Parliament. Any law made by a state legislature on these matters will be subject to alteration, repeal, or amendment by the Parliament as per clause (b) of the given text.