Question

Q. With reference to the Ordinance making power of the President, which of the following statement(s) 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 ordinance-making power under Article 123 of the Constitution is not free from the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers. It is to be exercised based on the advice. It is not the sole discretion of the President.
• Statement 2 is correct: The legislative power under Article 123 is extraordinary and must be used only when either one or both Houses of the Parliament are not in session for legislative functioning.