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    Question

    Why is State emergency known as President’s rule?

    A because it is proclaimed by the President Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B because in a State emergency powers are assumed by the President. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C because in a State emergency powers are exercised by the Parliament Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D because Presdient only exercises his discretion to impose State emergency or not in a State Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E because Governor submits report to the President. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    As per Art. 356 in a State emergency all the governing powers at State level are assumed by the President and he may further delegate it to the Parliament or other authorities. Thus, it is known as President’s Rule in the common parlance.

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