Under which Article of the Constitution of India can the President promulgate an ordinance?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Article 123
Article 123:
1. Article 123 gives the power and authority to the President of India to issue an ordinance when there is an urgent need for action only and also when one of the Houses of Parliament is not in session.
2. Ordinances are of a temporary nature and can be made permanent only when they are passed in a session of Parliament within a period of six months, otherwise, they will become impartial.
Article 75: The Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President and the other Ministers shall be appointed by the President.