Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Crisis of democratic Order

Question:

Who was the President of India at the time of declaration of emergency on 25th June 1975?

Options:

Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed

B D Jatti

Zail Singh

Neelam Sanjiva Reddy

Correct Answer:

Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1 - Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed

Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed was the President of India at the time of the declaration of emergency on 25th June 1975.

On the night of 25 June 1975, the Prime Minister recommended the imposition of Emergency to President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed. He issued the proclamation immediately.