What is meant by "notwithstanding" in the context of Article 282?
In the context of Article 282, "notwithstanding" means that the Union or a State may make any grants for any public purpose, regardless of whether it is within the scope of powers granted to Parliament or the State Legislature to make laws concerning those purposes. Essentially, it allows the Union or a State to allocate funds and make expenditures for specific projects or initiatives without being restricted by their legislative authority under the Constitution.