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In case the President is satisfied with the Governor’s report, he may declare President’s Rule under Article 356 but such proclamation is initially for a period of ________.

  1. A
    two months
  2. B
    one month
  3. C
    six months
  4. D
    three months

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Under Article 356 of the Constitution of India, if the President is satisfied that a situation has arisen in which the government of a State cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution, he can issue a proclamation of President's Rule.
* This proclamation must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within two months from the date of its issue.
* Once approved by Parliament, the proclamation remains valid initially for a period of six months, and can be extended up to a maximum period of three years with approval every six months.

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In case the President is satisfied with the Governor’s report, he may declare President’s Rule under Article 356 but such proclamation is initially for a period of ________.
A
two months
B
one month
C
six months
D
three months

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