Consider the following statements about Article 355:
1. It imposes an obligation upon the Union "to protect every State against external aggression and internal disturbance” and clearly specifies how the duty is to be carried out.
2. It also imposes an obligation upon the Union to ensure that the government of every State is carried on in accordance with the provisions of Constitution and in Article 357 provides the manner in which it has to perform its duty
Which of the statements mentioned above is correct?
None of above
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
Article 355 of Indian Constitution:
Duty of the Union to protect States against external aggression and internal disturbance It shall be the duty of the Union to protect every State against external aggression and internal disturbance and to ensure that the government of every State is carried on in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution.
Article 357 of Indian Constitution:
Exercise of legislative powers under Proclamation issued under Article 356.
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By: Abhipedia