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President's Rule can be extended beyond 12 months under which of the following conditions:
1. Governor recommends the same.
2. Certification by Election Commission of India.
3. National emergency is in operation.

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1 and 2 only

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2 and 3 only

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1 and 3 only

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3 only

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Solution

The correct option is B 2 and 3 only

It can be extended for another 6 months with the approval of both the houses. To extend the PR beyond 12 months period two conditions needs to be satisfied: -If National Emergency is in operation in the country. -Election Commission of India must certify, that elections cannot be carried out under current circumstances.

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