Question

Q. With reference to the National Emergency, which of the following statements is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect: The President can impose a national emergency on grounds of War, External aggression, and Armed rebellion. The word ‘internal disturbance’ was replaced by ‘Armed rebellion’ by the 44th constitutional amendment.
• Statement 2 is correct. Parliament can frame law on state subjects during a National emergency.