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Who promulgates ordinance in the States of India?

  1. A
    Governor
  2. B
    Chief Minister
  3. C
    President
  4. D
    Chief Justice

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Under Article 213 of the Indian Constitution, the Governor of a State has the executive authority to promulgate ordinances when the state legislative assembly (or either house in bicameral structures) is not in session and immediate legislative intervention is required.

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Who promulgates ordinance in the States of India?
A
Governor
B
Chief Minister
C
President
D
Chief Justice

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