HES1 Q.19
0. The President's Rule is imposed in a State orid a Union Territory when the:
- A
Governor of a State or the Chief \Commissioner of a Lt Governor advises the President to do so because the Government in that State/Territory cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution
- B
Chief Minister of a State requests to this effect
- C
Chief Justice of the State High Court recommends through the Governor
- D
Prime Minister knows best
- Option : A
- Explanation :
President’s Rule under Article 356 is imposed when the Governor (or Lt. Governor) reports that the state machinery is not functioning in accordance with the Constitution.
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Option A: Governor of a State or the Chief Commissioner or a Lt Governor advises the President to do so...
Correct. This aligns with the constitutional provision. -
Option B: Chief Minister of a State requests to this effect
Incorrect. A CM cannot request imposition of President's Rule. -
Option C: Chief Justice of the State High Court recommends through the Governor
Incorrect. The judiciary has no such constitutional role in this matter. -
Option D: Prime Minister knows best
Incorrect. The President acts only on the Governor’s report.
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