President’s Rule Practice Questions
19 free President’s Rule practice questions for the Indian Polity. Tap an option to answer — you get instant feedback, the correct answer, and a detailed explanation for every question.
Under which Article of the Constitution can President’s Rule be imposed in a state?
- A Article 352
- B Article 360
- C Article 368
- D Article 356
Correct answer: Article 356
Article 356 provides for the imposition of President’s Rule in a state. It is invoked when there is a failure of constitutional machinery. The President assumes control of the state administration.
President’s Rule is imposed when:
- A State passes a new law
- B Governor requests emergency funds
- C Parliament dissolves the assembly
- D Constitutional machinery fails
Correct answer: Constitutional machinery fails
President’s Rule is imposed when the constitutional machinery in a state breaks down. This means the government cannot function as per the Constitution. The Centre takes over administration.
Who reports the failure of constitutional machinery in a state?
- A Chief Minister
- B Chief Justice
- C Speaker
- D Governor
Correct answer: Governor
The Governor reports the failure of constitutional machinery to the President. This report forms the basis for imposing President’s Rule. It is a key role in Centre-State relations.
Who imposes President’s Rule in a state?
- A Prime Minister
- B Parliament
- C Supreme Court
- D The President
Correct answer: The President
The President imposes President’s Rule under Article 356. This is done on the advice of the Union Cabinet. It allows the Centre to take control of the state.
Within how many months must Parliament approve President’s Rule?
- A 2 months
- B 1 month
- C 3 months
- D 6 months
Correct answer: 2 months
President’s Rule must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within two months. If not approved, it ceases to operate. This ensures parliamentary oversight.
What is the maximum duration of President’s Rule in a state?
- A 6 months
- B 1 year
- C 2 years
- D 3 years
Correct answer: 3 years
President’s Rule can continue for a maximum of three years. However, extensions beyond one year require special conditions. These include national emergency or Election Commission certification.
Which body administers the state during President’s Rule?
- A Governor on President's behalf
- B The State Legislative Assembly
- C The State Chief Minister
- D The Supreme Court of India
Correct answer: Governor on President's behalf
During President’s Rule, the Governor administers the state on behalf of the President. The elected government is suspended or dissolved. The Centre directly controls the state.
Which of the following happens to the State Legislative Assembly during President’s Rule?
- A It is dissolved or suspended
- B It continues normally
- C It is transferred to Parliament
- D It becomes inactive permanently
Correct answer: It is dissolved or suspended
The State Legislative Assembly may be either dissolved or kept in suspended animation. This depends on the situation. It ensures flexibility in governance.
Which amendment limited the misuse of Article 356?
- A 44th Amendment
- B 42nd Amendment
- C 52nd Amendment
- D 73rd Amendment
Correct answer: 44th Amendment
The 44th Amendment introduced safeguards against misuse of Article 356. It ensured stricter conditions for extension. This strengthened federalism.
Which case placed restrictions on the misuse of President’s Rule?
- A S.R. Bommai Case
- B Kesavananda Bharati Case
- C Golaknath Case
- D Minerva Mills Case
Correct answer: S.R. Bommai Case
The S.R. Bommai case set guidelines for imposing President’s Rule. It made such actions subject to judicial review. This prevented arbitrary use.
During President’s Rule, who exercises legislative powers of the state?
- A Parliament
- B Governor
- C Supreme Court
- D Chief Minister
Correct answer: Parliament
During President’s Rule, Parliament exercises the legislative powers of the state. It can delegate this power to the President. This ensures continuity of law-making.
Which of the following is NOT a condition for extending President’s Rule beyond one year?
- A National Emergency in whole or part of India
- B Election Commission certifies inability to conduct elections
- C Approval of Supreme Court
- D Parliament approval
Correct answer: Approval of Supreme Court
Approval of the Supreme Court is not required for extension. Extensions need parliamentary approval and certain conditions. These conditions ensure checks on misuse.
Which House of Parliament must approve President’s Rule?
- A Lok Sabha only
- B Rajya Sabha only
- C Both Houses
- D None
Correct answer: Both Houses
Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha must approve President’s Rule. This ensures democratic control. It prevents unilateral executive action.
What happens to the Council of Ministers in a state during President’s Rule?
- A Continues to function normally
- B Resigns or is dismissed
- C Becomes advisory body
- D Transferred to the Governor
Correct answer: Resigns or is dismissed
The Council of Ministers is dismissed during President’s Rule. The executive authority shifts to the Governor. This ensures direct control by the Centre.
Which authority can revoke President’s Rule?
- A Prime Minister
- B President
- C Parliament
- D Governor
Correct answer: President
The President can revoke President’s Rule at any time. This is done on the advice of the Union Cabinet. It restores normal state governance.
Which of the following is a key feature of President’s Rule?
- A State autonomy increases
- B Centralization of power
- C Judicial control
- D Local self-government
Correct answer: Centralization of power
President’s Rule results in centralization of power. The Union government takes over state functions. It temporarily suspends federal balance.
Which authority advises the President to impose President’s Rule?
- A Chief Minister
- B Governor
- C Union Cabinet
- D Supreme Court
Correct answer: Union Cabinet
The President acts on the advice of the Union Cabinet. The Governor’s report is considered. The final decision rests with the executive.
Which of the following statements is correct about President’s Rule?
- A It continues without any time limit
- B It is temporary and subject to approval
- C It is imposed only by court order
- D It suspends the entire Constitution permanently
Correct answer: It is temporary and subject to approval
President’s Rule is temporary and must be approved by Parliament. It cannot continue indefinitely. This ensures democratic control.
Which concept is most affected during President’s Rule?
- A Unitary system
- B Federal balance
- C Judicial review
- D Local governance
Correct answer: Federal balance
Federalism is affected during President’s Rule. State autonomy is reduced as the Centre takes control. This is an exceptional situation in the federal system.