Q. Which of the following power/s is/are acquired by president during president’s rule?
1.He can take up the functions of the state government and powers vested in the governor.
2.He can declare that the powers of the state legislature are to be exercised by the Parliament.
3.He can take all other necessary steps including the suspension of the constitutional provisions relating to anybody or authority in the state.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: The President acquires the following extraordinary powers when the President’s Rule is imposed in a state:
- He can take up the functions of the state government and powers vested in the governor or any other executive authority in the state.
- He can declare that the powers of the state legislature are to be exercised by the Parliament.
- He can take all other necessary steps including the suspension of the constitutional provisions relating to anybody or authority in the state.
Source: Laxmikanth
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