Consider the following statements: Statement I: The executive power of the states is to be exercised in a manner that does not impede the exercise of executive power by the Centre. Statement II: The Constitution empowers the Centre to give directions to the states and even impose President’s Rule if such directions are not followed. Which one of the following is correct? |ForumIAS

[A] Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I

[B] Both Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I

[C] Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect

[D] Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Article 257(1) mandates that states must ensure their executive actions do not impede the executive power of the Union.
Article 256 allows the Union to give directions to ensure compliance with laws, and Article 365 allows the President to take action (President’s Rule under Article 356) if such directions are not complied with — thus, it explains the rationale and mechanism supporting Statement I.

Source: Laxmikant (polity)