What is the role of "competent authorities" in the continuity of laws that were enforced before the commencement of the Constitution?
The role of "competent authorities" in the continuity of laws that were enforced before the commencement of the Constitution is to ensure that these laws remain in force, unless they are repealed or modified. These competent authorities can be Legislatures or other bodies with legal power to pass or make laws in India. Any law passed or made by a competent authority in the territory of India before the commencement of the Constitution and not previously repealed will continue to be in force according to Explanation I.