Question

With reference to the directives given by the centre to the states, under Article 257, consider the following statements:
1. The nature of these directives are coercive in nature
2. Constitutional machinery is considered to be broken down if directives are not followed.
3. President's rule under Article 356 can be imposed if directives are not followed by the state.

Which of the above is/are incorrect.

• A. 1 and 3 only
• B. 1, 2 and 3
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. 1 and 2 only

Answer 1

The correct option is B 1, 2 and 3

The direction given by the Union to States under Article 257, is for construction and maintenance of means of communication, protection of railway in the state and declaration about Highways and waterways, they are not coercive in nature.constitutional is not supposed to be broken down if directions given by the center is not followed.President Rule can be imposed in the State if the directions are not followed Under Article 365 , not under Article 356.