| #3876 |
How long does President’s Rule last initially? |
Six months, can be extended up to three years with parliamentary approval |
| #3877 |
Who recommends imposition of President’s Rule in a state? |
The Governor of the state |
| #3878 |
When can President’s Rule be imposed? |
If the state government cannot function according to the Constitution |
| #3879 |
Under which Article can the President impose President’s Rule in a state? |
Article 356 |
| #3880 |
How can National Emergency be extended? |
Every six months with Parliament approval |
| #3881 |
How long does a National Emergency last initially? |
One month, must be approved by Parliament within one month |
| #3882 |
What is the reason for proclaiming a National Emergency? |
War, external aggression, or armed rebellion |
| #3883 |
On whose advice can the President proclaim National Emergency? |
The Union Cabinet, led by the Prime Minister |
| #3884 |
Under which article can the President proclaim a National Emergency? |
Article 352 |
| #3885 |
What are the three types of emergencies in India? |
National Emergency, State Emergency (President’s Rule), and Financial Emergency |
| #3886 |
Which part of the Constitution deals with Emergency Provisions? |
Part XVIII (Articles 352 to 360) |
| #3887 |
Can states challenge Centre’s instructions in court? |
Yes, before the Supreme Court |
| #3888 |
Can the Inter-State Council make binding decisions? |
No, it only makes recommendations for coordination and cooperation |
| #3889 |
Can the Finance Commission recommend sharing of both tax and non-tax revenue? |
Yes |
| #3890 |
Can Parliament make laws for a single state on a State List subject? |
Yes, under Article 249, if Rajya Sabha passes a resolution |
| #3891 |
Can states levy taxes on subjects in the Union List? |
No, except as permitted under special circumstances by Parliament |
| #3892 |
Which Article ensures that states are bound to abide by Union laws? |
Article 254 |
| #3893 |
Can the Centre dissolve state assemblies? |
Yes, indirectly through imposition of President’s Rule |
| #3894 |
Can a state enact a law repugnant to a Union law on a concurrent subject? |
Yes, but it will be void unless approved by Parliament |
| #3895 |
Can the Union government issue instructions to state governments regarding administration? |
Yes, under Articles 256 and 257 |
| #3896 |
What are advisory jurisdictions of the Supreme Court regarding Centre-State relations? |
To advise on disputes or questions referred by the President under Article 143 |
| #3897 |
Can Parliament legislate on matters reserved by the President in a state? |
Yes, under Article 249 |
| #3898 |
What is the maximum duration of President’s Rule in a state without parliamentary approval? |
Three months initially, can be extended with Parliament approval |
| #3899 |
Can the President assume control of a state? |
Yes, by imposing President’s Rule under Article 356 |
| #3900 |
Can the Governor act as a link between the Centre and the state? |
Yes, through reports and advice to the President |