Revoking President’s Rule

Q.  President’s Rule
- Published on 16 May 16

a. Can be revoked by the President anytime without Parliament’s Approval
b. Can be revoked by the President on suggestion of the Election Commission
c. Can be revoked by the President anytime with Parliament’s Approval
d. Can be revoked with the Parliament passing such a proclamation making it binding for the President to revoke the rule

ANSWER: Can be revoked by the President anytime without Parliament’s Approval
 
  • A proclamation of President’s Rule may be revoked by the President at any time by a subsequent proclamation. Such a proclamation does not require the parliamentary approval.
  • Since the President is supposed to act as per aid and advice of the Union Council of ministers, it is they who suggest for imposing or removal of the President’s rule to the President.

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