Question

The rule mentioned in the headline below can be proclaimed in a state on the recommendation of

• A. The President
• B. The Vice President
• C. The Governor
• D. The Chief Justice of India

Hint:

President's Rule is imposed under Article 356 when the state government cannot function according to the Constitution and the Governor reports this situation to the President.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding President's Rule.
President's Rule in a state is imposed under Article 356 of the Constitution of India. It is declared when the constitutional machinery of a state fails and the state government cannot function according to constitutional provisions.
Step 2: Role of the Governor.
The Governor of a state sends a report to the President stating that the state government cannot function properly. Based on this report or recommendation, the President may declare President's Rule in that state.
Step 3: Analysis of the options.

• (A) The President: The President proclaims President's Rule but it is usually based on the Governor's recommendation.
• (B) The Vice President: The Vice President has no role in imposing President's Rule.
• (C) The Governor: Correct. The Governor recommends to the President that President's Rule should be imposed in the state.
• (D) The Chief Justice of India: The Chief Justice has no role in recommending President's Rule.

Step 4: Conclusion.
Thus, President's Rule in a state is proclaimed on the recommendation of the Governor. Final Answer: The Governor.