Article 123 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to promulgate ordinances during the recess of the Parliament. Which of the following statements regarding the Ordinance making powers of the President is incorrect?
The ordinances are temporary laws having the effect of an act
Incorrect AnswerAn Ordinance may amend, modify or repeal any central Act
Incorrect AnswerAn Ordinance can be promulgated to amend provisions of the Constitution
Correct AnswerAn Ordinance can be promulgated with retrospective effect
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
3rd statement is incorrect because it cannot be issued to amend the Constitution.
Ordinance may modify or repeal any act of Parliament or another ordinance. Ordinance can alter or amend a tax law also.
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