Under which constitutional provision can the President of India assume legislative powers for a state?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. When Article 356 is invoked due to constitutional breakdown in the state.
Under Article 356, also known as President's Rule, if the President is satisfied that a state's government cannot function according to constitutional provisions, they can assume the state's executive powers. Crucially, the President can declare that the powers of the State Legislature shall be exercised by or under the authority of Parliament. This allows the Union to take over legislative functions for that state, ensuring governance continues despite the breakdown of the local constitutional machinery.