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Q96 (IAS/2017) Polity & Governance › Federalism & Emergency Provisions › President's Rule provisions Official Key

Which of the following are not necessarily the consequences of the proclamation of the President's rule in a State ? 1. Dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly 2. Removal of the Council of Ministers in the State 3. Dissolution of the local bodies Select the correct answer using the code given below :

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The correct answer is option B (1 and 3 only).

Under a Proclamation in case of failure of the constitutional machinery, the State Legislature would be suspended and the executive authority of the state would be assumed by the President in whole or in part.[1] However, the power to dissolve a Legislative Assembly can be exercised only after both Houses of Parliament approve the proclamation[2], making dissolution not an automatic consequence.

Regarding the Council of Ministers, the state governor, on behalf of the President, carries on the state administration with the help of the chief secretary of the state or the advisors appointed by the President[3], which implies the removal of the existing Council of Ministers is a necessary consequence of President's rule.

The dissolution of local bodies is not a necessary consequence of President's rule under Article 356, as this provision deals with the failure of state constitutional machinery and does not automatically extend to local government institutions. Therefore, items 1 (dissolution of State Legislative Assembly) and 3 (dissolution of local bodies) are NOT necessarily consequences, while item 2 (removal of Council of Ministers) IS a necessary consequence.

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  1. [1] Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 28: EMERGENCY PROVISIONS > p. 417
  2. [2] https://legalaffairs.gov.in/sites/default/files/Article%20356%20of%20the%20Constitution.pdf
  3. [3] Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 17: Emergency Provisions > Consequences of President's Rule > p. 179
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This is a classic 'Concept Clarity' question testing the nuance between 'Suspension' vs 'Dissolution'. It rewards reading the fine print in Laxmikanth regarding the S.R. Bommai case guidelines. The key is distinguishing between the *automatic* effects (Dismissal of CoM) and the *conditional* effects (Dissolution of Assembly).

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Under Article 356 of the Indian Constitution, does proclamation of President's rule in a State necessarily cause dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly?
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Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 28: EMERGENCY PROVISIONS > p. 417
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“But under a Proclamation in case of failure of the constitutional machinery, the State Legislature would be suspended and the executive authority of the state would be assumed by the President in whole or in part. [[This is why it is popularly referred to as the imposition of the 'President's rule'.] (iii) Under a Proclamation of Emergency, Parliament can legislate in respect of State subjects only by itself; by under a Proclamation of the other kind, it can delegate its powers to legislate for the State-to the President or any other authority specified by him. (iv) In the case of a Proclamation of failure· of constitutional machinery, there is a maximum limitation to the power of Parliament to extend the operation of the Proclamation, namely, three years [Article 356(4), Proviso 1], but in the case of a Proclamation of Emergency, it may be continued for a period of six months by each resolution of the Houses of Parliament approving its continuance, so that if Parliament so approves, the Proclamation may be continued indefinitely as long as Use of the Power.”
Why this source?
  • Explicitly states that under a proclamation for failure of constitutional machinery the State Legislature would be suspended — highlighting 'suspended' as the outcome.
  • Distinguishes this proclamation from other emergencies, implying suspension (not automatic dissolution) is the usual effect.
Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 17: Emergency Provisions > Consequences of President's Rule > p. 179
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“The state governor, on behalf of the President, carries on the state administration with the help of the chief secretary of the state or the advisors appointed by the President. This is the reason why a proclamation under Article 356 is popular1y known as the imposition of 'President's Rule' in a state When the state legislature is thus suspended or dissolved: • L The Parliament can delegate the power to make laws for the state to the President or to any other authority specified by him/ her in this regard, • 2. The Parliament or in case of delegation, the President or any other specified authority can make laws conferring powers and imposing duties on the Centre or its officers and authorities, and”
Why this source?
  • Presents the consequences phrase 'when the state legislature is thus suspended or dissolved', indicating both outcomes are possible under President's Rule.
  • Treats suspension and dissolution as alternative consequences, so dissolution is not necessary in every case.
Indian Constitution at Work, Political Science Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: FEDERALISM > Role of Governors and President's Rule > p. 166
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“Powers and role of the Governor become controversial for one more reason. One of the most controversial articles in the Constitution is Article 356, which provides for President's rule in any State. This provision is to be applied, when 'a situation has arisen in which the Government of the State cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution.' It results in the takeover of the State government by the Union government. The President's proclamation has to be ratified by Parliament. President's rule can be extended till three years. The Governor has the power to recommend the dismissal of the State government and suspension or dissolution of State assembly.”
Why this source?
  • States the Governor can recommend 'suspension or dissolution of State assembly', explicitly listing both options.
  • Shows proclamation leads to takeover but that the assembly may be suspended rather than automatically dissolved.
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