Question

With reference to emergency provisions, consider the following statements:

1. The resolution disapproving the continuation of emergency must be passed by both the houses of the parliament.

2. The President may revoke a proclamation of emergency by a subsequent proclamation without any parliamentary approval.

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Only 2

There is no need for both houses to pass the resolution. Emergency shall be discontinued if the Lok Sabha passes a resolution disapproving its continuation.

A proclamation of emergency may be revoked by the President at any time by a subsequent proclamation without needing any parliamentary approval.