Question

“ to make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers” - US constitution article 1, section 8

The quote above is

Also known as the elastic clause because it narrows the powers of the constitution to the specifically listed

A way that the powers of the Congress or expanded through requesting permission from the judicial branch

Also known as the elastic clause because it gives Congress flexibility in the types of legislation that passes

A way that the powers of Congress a limited because it gives the judicial branch power to eliminate laws

Answer 1

The given quote is also known as the elastic clause because it gives Congress flexibility in the types of legislation that passes .

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Clause 18 of Section 8 of Article 1 of U.S. Constitution is also known as the ‘general clause’ or ‘elastic clause’ or ‘sweeping clause’ because it gives the legislature the power to make new legislation for exercising the powers provided in clause 1-17 of the Article.

This clause act as a residuary power and comes to the aid of the Congress when any specific power is not bestowed under clause 1-17 but it is necessary to make law on the matter in order to exercise any power mentioned in preceding clauses.