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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 23

SSC GD Constable (English) - 16 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q23

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Who among the following can issue ordinance when the state legislature is not in session and he is satisfied that immediate action is required?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Governor.

  • An ordinance is a law that is promulgated by the President of India only when the Indian Parliament is not in session. 
  • The President promulgated an ordinance on the recommendations of the union cabinet. Similarly, the Governor of the states can also initiate ordinances only when a legislative assembly is not in session.