Multiple choice

Which of the following features does the Indian constitution of Germany

  1. the idea of a federation with a strong centre

  2. the method of presidential elections

  3. the Emergency powers

  4. Provisions concerning the suspension of fundamental rights during national emergency

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Constitution borrowed the provisions concerning suspension of fundamental rights during national emergency from the German (Weimar) Constitution. Article 48 of the Weimar Constitution allowed suspension of fundamental rights during emergencies. Similarly, Articles 358 and 359 of the Indian Constitution allow suspension of fundamental rights during national emergency. The emergency powers themselves draw from multiple sources, and the presidential election method and federal structure have different origins.

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