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| 4426 |
How long does President’s Rule last initially?
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Six months, can be extended up to three years with parliamentary approval
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| 4427 |
Who recommends imposition of President’s Rule in a state?
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The Governor of the state
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| 4428 |
When can President’s Rule be imposed?
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If the state government cannot function according to the Constitution
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| 4429 |
Under which Article can the President impose President’s Rule in a state?
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Article 356
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| 4430 |
How can National Emergency be extended?
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Every six months with Parliament approval
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| 4431 |
How long does a National Emergency last initially?
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One month, must be approved by Parliament within one month
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| 4432 |
What is the reason for proclaiming a National Emergency?
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War, external aggression, or armed rebellion
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| 4433 |
On whose advice can the President proclaim National Emergency?
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The Union Cabinet, led by the Prime Minister
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| 4434 |
Under which article can the President proclaim a National Emergency?
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Article 352
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| 4435 |
What are the three types of emergencies in India?
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National Emergency, State Emergency (President’s Rule), and Financial Emergency
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| 4436 |
Which part of the Constitution deals with Emergency Provisions?
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Part XVIII (Articles 352 to 360)
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| 4437 |
Can states challenge Centre’s instructions in court?
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Yes, before the Supreme Court
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| 4438 |
Can the Inter-State Council make binding decisions?
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No, it only makes recommendations for coordination and cooperation
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| 4439 |
Can the Finance Commission recommend sharing of both tax and non-tax revenue?
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Yes
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| 4440 |
Can Parliament make laws for a single state on a State List subject?
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Yes, under Article 249, if Rajya Sabha passes a resolution
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| 4441 |
Can states levy taxes on subjects in the Union List?
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No, except as permitted under special circumstances by Parliament
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| 4442 |
Which Article ensures that states are bound to abide by Union laws?
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Article 254
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| 4443 |
Can the Centre dissolve state assemblies?
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Yes, indirectly through imposition of President’s Rule
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| 4444 |
Can a state enact a law repugnant to a Union law on a concurrent subject?
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Yes, but it will be void unless approved by Parliament
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| 4445 |
Can the Union government issue instructions to state governments regarding administration?
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Yes, under Articles 256 and 257
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| 4446 |
What are advisory jurisdictions of the Supreme Court regarding Centre-State relations?
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To advise on disputes or questions referred by the President under Article 143
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| 4447 |
Can Parliament legislate on matters reserved by the President in a state?
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Yes, under Article 249
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| 4448 |
What is the maximum duration of President’s Rule in a state without parliamentary approval?
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Three months initially, can be extended with Parliament approval
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| 4449 |
Can the President assume control of a state?
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Yes, by imposing President’s Rule under Article 356
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| 4450 |
Can the Governor act as a link between the Centre and the state?
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Yes, through reports and advice to the President
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