What is the maximum period upto which a proclamation issued by the President under Article-356 of the Constitution and approved/extended by the Parliament may, normally, remain in force?
A. Six months
B. One year
C. Two years
D. Untill it is repealed by the Parliament
Answer: Option A
Solution (By Examveda Team)
State Emergency declared under the provision of Article-356 by President must be approved by Parliament within two months. After approval by parliament, it may remain in operation for not more than 6 months from the date of proclamation unless after 6 months parliament extends it. Parliament can extend it by approval after every six months. It can be withdrawn anytime by President.This Question Belongs to General Knowledge >> Indian Politics
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