Multiple choice

The term of which of the following Lok Sabha was extended beyond the normal period of five years laid down in the constitution?

  1. 4th

  2. 5th

  3. 6th

  4. 7th

  5. none of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 5th Lok Sabha (1971-1977) term was extended from 5 years to nearly 6 years under Article 352 (Emergency Proclamation). During the Emergency period (1975-1977), parliamentary democracy was suspended, and elections were postponed. This remains the only instance of a Lok Sabha term extension beyond the constitutional limit.

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