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    Question

    Which of the following principles follows from SR Bommai

    regarding federalism?
    A Centre can dismiss any state government at will. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The secular character of state governments and majority legitimacy are part of constitutional federal fabric; courts can examine whether state government fell per constitutional norms and President’s Rule justification. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C SR Bommai made Article 356 absolute. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D SR Bommai abolished state legislatures. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E SR Bommai focused only on Ninth Schedule Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The judgment in S.R. Bommai v. Union of India (1994) marked a constitutional turning point in the interpretation of Article 356. The Supreme Court held that the President’s satisfaction is subject to judicial review and that floor tests, not gubernatorial discretion, determine majority support. The Court also recognized secularism and federalism as basic structure elements. Arbitrary imposition of President’s Rule was declared unconstitutional. Bommai thus transformed Article 356 from a political weapon into a constitutionally regulated emergency power, strengthening democratic accountability.

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