Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Framing the Constitution

Question:

Read the passage and answer the question:

A second important feature of the Constitution was its emphasis on secularism. There was no ringing pronouncement of secularism in the Preamble, but operationally, its key features as understood in Indian contexts were spelled out in an exemplary manner. This was done through the carefully drafted series of Fundamental Rights.

Which article gives the Centre the power to take over a state administration on the recommendation of the Governor?

Options:

Article 364

Article 360

Article 358

Article 356

Correct Answer:

Article 356

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4 - Article 356

Article 356 gave the Centre the powers to take over a state administration on the recommendation of the Governor.

Article 356 of the Indian Constitution is a provision that empowers the President of India to impose President's Rule on a state if the Governor of that state reports a breakdown of law and order or if the state government is unable to function according to the Constitution.