Multiple choice

Which of the following powers, the President may exercise from time to time in respect of parliament?

  1. Prorogues either of the House of Parliament

  2. Dissolves House of the People

  3. Both 1 & 2

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The President has the constitutional authority to both prorogue (end a session) and dissolve the Lok Sabha under Article 85. Prorogation ends a session without dissolving the house, while dissolution leads to fresh elections. These powers are exercised on the advice of the Council of Ministers. The President can prorogue either House but only dissolve the Lok Sabha.

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