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    Question

    Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the

    Centre to assume control of a state's administration upon the Governor's recommendation?
    A Article 243 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Article 356 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Article 124 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Article 105 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Article 356 of the Indian Constitution allows the Union government to take direct control of a state's administration when the state government is unable to function according to constitutional provisions. This is commonly known as President's Rule. It was first implemented in Punjab in 1951. Interestingly, Chhattisgarh and Telangana are the only Indian states where President's Rule has never been imposed.

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