State Emergency · Indian Polity

Can the President take over the powers of the State High Court during President's Rule?

  1. Yes, under Article 356
  2. Yes, but only with the consent of the Chief Justice of India
  3. No, the President cannot suspend the powers of the High Court
  4. Only if the High Court is unable to function
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Correct answer: No, the President cannot suspend the powers of the High Court

Article 356 specifically states that the President cannot assume to himself any of the powers vested in or exercisable by a High Court, nor can he suspend the operation of any provision of the Constitution relating to High Courts.

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