Multiple choice

Consider the following statements in respect of an Ordinance promulgated by the President of India during the recess of Parliament.1. Such an Ordinance may be withdrawn at any time by the President.

  1. Such an Ordinance shall be laid before both Houses of Parliament and shall cease to operate at the expiration of six weeks from the reassembly of Parliament or before that period if disapproved by both Houses. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Under Article 123, the President can withdraw an ordinance at any time. Furthermore, every ordinance must be laid before both Houses of Parliament and ceases to operate six weeks after the reassembly of Parliament unless it is approved or a resolution disapproving it is passed earlier.

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