Question

In which of these situations can an emergency be declared according to the Constitution of India?

• A. When India is involved in a war or is being attacked by an external power.
• B. When India is suffering through a monetary crisis.
• C. When there is a breakdown of law and order in one of India's states.
• D. When India suffers unexpected losses due to a breakdown of diplomatic channels with foreign nations.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

When there is a breakdown of law and order in one of India's states.

There are three provisions for emergencies in the Constitution of India. Firstly, when the country has a National Emergency- like in the case of war, an external attack or armed rebellion. Secondly, a Constitutional Emergency is declared when there is law and order breakdown in a state. Thirdly, in the case of monetary crisis or Financial Emergency, the central government is given powers and responsibilities.