Can you explain how arms, firearms, ammunition, and explosives are managed under the Union List?
Under the Union List, management of arms, firearms, ammunition and explosives falls under Article 246, point 5. This means that the central government has jurisdiction over the regulation, manufacture, trade, possession, and use of these items within the country. The government can create laws and policies related to these items, including licensing, safety measures, and penalties for illegal possession or use. In essence, the management of arms, firearms, ammunition, and explosives is a responsibility of the central government as per the Seventh Schedule (Article 246) List I – Union List.