Are there any specific criteria that must be met when adapting a law according to this section?
Yes, according to this section, there are specific criteria that must be met when adapting a law:

1. The adaptation or modification should be done for the purpose of bringing the provisions of any law in force in the territory of India into accord with the provisions of the Constitution.
2. Adaptations and modifications may include repeal or amendment.
3. The law should have effect subject to the adaptations and modifications made by the President's order, starting from a specified date mentioned in the order.
4. Any such adaptation or modification should not be questioned in any court of law.
5. The President is empowered to make adaptations and modifications for a period of 3 years from the commencement of the Constitution (as per the First Amendment Act, 1951). After this period, no further adaptations or modifications can be made by the President.
6. A competent Legislature or other competent authority is not prevented from repealing or amending any law adapted or modified by the President under clause (2).