Emergency — Set 1
Indian Polity · आपातकाल · Questions 1–10 of 50
The Emergency Provisions are contained in which Part of the Constitution of India?
Correct Answer: B. Part XVIII
The Emergency Provisions are detailed in Part XVIII of the Constitution of India. This part includes Articles 352 to 360 covering various types of emergencies. These provisions enable the Central Government to handle abnormal situations effectively.
Which range of Articles deals with the Emergency Provisions in the Indian Constitution?
Correct Answer: A. Articles 352 to 360
Articles 352 to 360 in Part XVIII deal with Emergency Provisions. These articles cover National Emergency, State Emergency, and Financial Emergency. The aim is to safeguard the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of the country.
The provision for the suspension of Fundamental Rights during an Emergency is borrowed from which country?
Correct Answer: C. Germany (Weimar)
The suspension of Fundamental Rights during an Emergency is inspired by the Weimar Constitution of Germany. This feature reflects the dominance of the Centre during crisis periods. However, the concept of emergency provisions itself is part of the Government of India Act, 1935.
Which of the following terms was removed from Article 352 as a ground for National Emergency by the 44th Amendment?
Correct Answer: B. Internal Disturbance
The term 'Internal Disturbance' was removed from Article 352 by the 44th Amendment Act of 1978. It was replaced because the term was considered too vague and prone to misuse. This change was a response to the controversial Emergency declared in 1975.
Which term replaced 'Internal Disturbance' in Article 352 via the 44th Constitutional Amendment?
Correct Answer: C. Armed Rebellion
'Armed Rebellion' was the term inserted to replace 'Internal Disturbance'. This ensured that National Emergency could not be declared merely on political grounds. The 44th Amendment Act introduced this safeguard in 1978.
Which Constitutional Amendment Act made the written recommendation of the Cabinet mandatory for declaring a National Emergency?
Correct Answer: B. 44th Amendment
The 44th Amendment Act of 1978 made the written recommendation of the Cabinet mandatory. Before this, the President could declare an emergency on the mere advice of the Prime Minister. This was done to introduce a procedural safeguard against arbitrary power.
Within what time frame must a proclamation of National Emergency be approved by both Houses of Parliament?
Correct Answer: B. 1 month
A proclamation of National Emergency must be approved by both Houses within one month. Originally, the period was two months, but it was reduced by the 44th Amendment. If the Lok Sabha is dissolved, the Rajya Sabha must approve it within this period.
What type of majority is required in Parliament to approve a National Emergency?
Correct Answer: D. Special Majority
A Special Majority is required to approve a National Emergency resolution. This means a majority of the total membership and not less than two-thirds of members present and voting. This stringent provision was added by the 44th Amendment Act.
Once approved by Parliament, for how long does a National Emergency remain in force initially?
Correct Answer: C. 6 months
Once approved, a National Emergency remains in force for six months. It can be extended for a further period of six months with parliamentary approval. There is no maximum limit to the number of extensions allowed.
What is the maximum total duration for which a National Emergency can be extended?
Correct Answer: A. Indefinite
There is no maximum limit prescribed for the operation of a National Emergency. It can be extended indefinitely by Parliament in six-month increments. This differs from President's Rule, which generally has a maximum limit of three years.