Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The President can declare a national emergency under article 352.
2.A proclamation of national emergency may be applicable to the entire country or only a part of it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Under Article 352, the President can declare a national emergency when the security of India or a part of it is threatened by war or external aggression or armed rebellion.

  • It may be noted that the president can declare a national emergency even before the actual occurrence of war or external aggression or armed rebellion, if he is satisfied that there is an imminent danger.
  • A proclamation of national emergency may be applicable to the entire country or only a part of it.

Source: Laxmikanth

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