During a National Emergency, the Parliament's power over Fundamental Rights becomes:
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Correct answer: Expanded in certain respects
During a National Emergency, Parliament gains expanded authority, especially regarding suspension of certain rights and legislative competence. However, core rights like Articles 20 and 21 remain protected.
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More Suspension of Fundamental Rights questions
- If a National Emergency is revoked, the suspension of enforcement of rights under Article 359:
- Which statement correctly distinguishes Article 358 from Article 359?
- Under which Article can the President suspend the right to move any court for enforcement of Fundamental Rights during a National Emergency?
- Which Fundamental Right is automatically suspended during a National Emergency declared on grounds of war or external aggression?
- After the 44th Constitutional Amendment, Articles 20 and 21 can be suspended during a National Emergency.
- Article 358 applies only when a National Emergency is declared on which ground?