Multiple choice

The President of India can proclaim National Emergency

  1. on the advice of the Council of Ministers

  2. on the advice of the Prime Minister

  3. on the advice of the leader of the ruling party or set of parties in power

  4. at his own discretion
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The President acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers, which represents the ruling party or coalition. This constitutional convention ensures the President follows cabinet guidance rather than acting independently or on advice from just one person like the Prime Minister.

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