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| 4401 |
Can other Election Commissioners be removed?
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Yes, by the President on the recommendation of the Chief Election Commissioner
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| 4402 |
Can the Chief Election Commissioner be removed from office?
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Yes, only through impeachment like a Supreme Court judge
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| 4403 |
Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners?
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The President of India
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| 4404 |
How many Election Commissioners can be appointed?
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Two, in addition to the Chief Election Commissioner
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| 4405 |
Who heads the Election Commission of India?
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The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)
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| 4406 |
Which Article provides for the Election Commission of India?
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Article 324
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| 4407 |
Which part of the Constitution deals with Constitutional Bodies?
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Part XIV (Articles 324 to 329 for Election Commission) and other relevant Articles
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| 4408 |
Can state laws be nullified during National Emergency?
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Yes, the Centre can override state laws on certain subjects
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| 4409 |
Which amendment limited powers to suspend Fundamental Rights during National Emergency?
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44th Amendment, 1978
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| 4410 |
Can citizens challenge Emergency Proclamations in court?
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Yes, after 44th Amendment, scope is limited but judicial review is possible
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| 4411 |
Can the salaries of judges or civil servants be altered during Financial Emergency?
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Yes, under Article 360
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| 4412 |
Who administers the state during President’s Rule?
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The Governor, on behalf of the President
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| 4413 |
Can the President suspend state governments’ powers during President’s Rule?
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Yes, the state comes under direct control of the Centre
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| 4414 |
Can President’s Rule be imposed on the basis of political instability?
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Yes, if the Governor reports inability of government to function
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| 4415 |
Can the President issue ordinances during Emergency?
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Yes, as per Article 123
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| 4416 |
Can the Supreme Court review the proclamation of Emergency?
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Yes, to check its constitutional validity
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| 4417 |
Can laws made by Parliament during Emergency override the Constitution?
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Yes, to the extent allowed under the Emergency provisions
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| 4418 |
Can the President extend the term of Lok Sabha or state assemblies during National Emergency?
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Yes, by up to one year at a time
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| 4419 |
Can Fundamental Rights be suspended during Financial Emergency?
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Yes, but it mainly affects financial obligations of the states
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| 4420 |
Which Fundamental Rights can be suspended during National Emergency?
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Articles 19 only (freedom of speech, movement, etc.)
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| 4421 |
What powers does the President have during a National Emergency?
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Can override state laws, extend Parliament’s powers, and modify Fundamental Rights except Articles 20 and 21
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| 4422 |
How long does Financial Emergency last initially?
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Indefinitely, but must be approved by Parliament
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| 4423 |
When can a Financial Emergency be proclaimed?
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If the financial stability or credit of India is threatened
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| 4424 |
Under which Article can the President proclaim a Financial Emergency?
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Article 360
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| 4425 |
Can Parliament extend President’s Rule beyond one year?
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Yes, under special conditions and periodic approvals
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