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If a state fails to comply with the directives of the central government, the President can

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Declare break-down of constitutional machinery in the state and assume responsibility for its governance

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Send reserve police force to secure compliance with directions

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Dissolve the state legislature and order fresh elections

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Can do either a or c

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Solution

The correct option is A Declare break-down of constitutional machinery in the state and assume responsibility for its governance
Option:(a)

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