Question

The president cannot issue a proclamation of emergency under Article 352 unless it is recommended in writing by the ______________.

• A. Prime Minister
• B. Defence Minister
• C. Home Minister
• D. Union Cabinet including the Prime Minister

Answer 1

The correct option is D Union Cabinet including the Prime Minister

Union cabinet including the Prime Minister.

The President shall not issue a proclamation unless a decision of the Union Cabinet that such a proclamation may be issued, has been communicated to him in writing. National Emergency is imposed due to war, external agression or armed rebellion that is when there is a threat to the security of the country or any territory thereof.