SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 56

SSC CPO - 28 June 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q56

In case the President is satisfied with the Governor’s report, he may declare President’s Rule under Article 356 but such proclamation is initially for a period of ________.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. six months.

Under Article 356 of the Indian Constitution, if the President is satisfied with the Governor's report regarding the failure of the state government to function according to constitutional provisions, the President may declare President’s Rule. Such a proclamation is initially valid for a period of six months. This period can be extended, but each extension requires parliamentary approval. The imposition of President’s Rule allows the central government to assume control of the state administration temporarily.