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Which principle of EU law ensures that EU legislation takes precedence over conflicting national laws of member states?

  1. Subsidiarity
  2. Proportionality
  3. Primacy (Supremacy)
  4. Solidarity

Answer: Primacy (Supremacy)

The principle of primacy, established by the European Court of Justice in Costa v ENEL (1964), holds that EU law prevails over conflicting national law. This ensures uniform application of EU rules across all member states, essential for the functioning of the single market and legal order.

Topic European Union
Exam Relevance UPSC, Banking, SSC
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