| #3851 |
Can other Election Commissioners be removed? |
Yes, by the President on the recommendation of the Chief Election Commissioner |
| #3852 |
Can the Chief Election Commissioner be removed from office? |
Yes, only through impeachment like a Supreme Court judge |
| #3853 |
Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners? |
The President of India |
| #3854 |
How many Election Commissioners can be appointed? |
Two, in addition to the Chief Election Commissioner |
| #3855 |
Who heads the Election Commission of India? |
The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) |
| #3856 |
Which Article provides for the Election Commission of India? |
Article 324 |
| #3857 |
Which part of the Constitution deals with Constitutional Bodies? |
Part XIV (Articles 324 to 329 for Election Commission) and other relevant Articles |
| #3858 |
Can state laws be nullified during National Emergency? |
Yes, the Centre can override state laws on certain subjects |
| #3859 |
Which amendment limited powers to suspend Fundamental Rights during National Emergency? |
44th Amendment, 1978 |
| #3860 |
Can citizens challenge Emergency Proclamations in court? |
Yes, after 44th Amendment, scope is limited but judicial review is possible |
| #3861 |
Can the salaries of judges or civil servants be altered during Financial Emergency? |
Yes, under Article 360 |
| #3862 |
Who administers the state during President’s Rule? |
The Governor, on behalf of the President |
| #3863 |
Can the President suspend state governments’ powers during President’s Rule? |
Yes, the state comes under direct control of the Centre |
| #3864 |
Can President’s Rule be imposed on the basis of political instability? |
Yes, if the Governor reports inability of government to function |
| #3865 |
Can the President issue ordinances during Emergency? |
Yes, as per Article 123 |
| #3866 |
Can the Supreme Court review the proclamation of Emergency? |
Yes, to check its constitutional validity |
| #3867 |
Can laws made by Parliament during Emergency override the Constitution? |
Yes, to the extent allowed under the Emergency provisions |
| #3868 |
Can the President extend the term of Lok Sabha or state assemblies during National Emergency? |
Yes, by up to one year at a time |
| #3869 |
Can Fundamental Rights be suspended during Financial Emergency? |
Yes, but it mainly affects financial obligations of the states |
| #3870 |
Which Fundamental Rights can be suspended during National Emergency? |
Articles 19 only (freedom of speech, movement, etc.) |
| #3871 |
What powers does the President have during a National Emergency? |
Can override state laws, extend Parliament’s powers, and modify Fundamental Rights except Articles 20 and 21 |
| #3872 |
How long does Financial Emergency last initially? |
Indefinitely, but must be approved by Parliament |
| #3873 |
When can a Financial Emergency be proclaimed? |
If the financial stability or credit of India is threatened |
| #3874 |
Under which Article can the President proclaim a Financial Emergency? |
Article 360 |
| #3875 |
Can Parliament extend President’s Rule beyond one year? |
Yes, under special conditions and periodic approvals |