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The centre is responsible for protecting states against external aggression and internal disturbances under article

Article 355 of the Indian Constitution mandates that it is the duty of the Union to protect every state against external aggression and internal disturbances. This article empowers the central government to take necessary measures to ensure state governments are carried out in accordance with the Constitution. Article 370 dealt with Jammu and Kashmir's special status, while Articles 356 and 362 relate to President's Rule and emergency provisions.