President’s Rule Lifted in Arunachal Pradesh, K. Pul sworn in as CM
Q. President’s Rule was revoked in Arunachal Pradesh on 19th February 2016. Which Congress leader was sworn in as CM after this?- Published on 22 Feb 16a. Nabam Tuki
b. Kalikho Pul
c. Chowna Mein
d. None of the above
ANSWER: Kalikho Pul
Following the revoking of the President’s Rule in Arunachal Pradesh on 19th February 2016, Dissident Congress Leader Kalikho Pul was sworn in as the CM prior to a claim being staked by his group as well as another group led by former CM Nabam Tuki. Total strength of the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly is around 50 seats. Tuki questioned the formation of the government in the state without his approval. He pointed out that 14 rebel MLAs have been disqualified by the Assembly Speaker. The dissenting Congress faction comprises 21 leaders and since the support of 11 BJP MLAs. a numerical majority in the 50 member Assembly has been attained. Congress had appealed to SC for maintenance of status quo, but the apex court refused.
