Question : Which of the following articles of the Indian Constitution gives the centre the power to take over a state administration on the recommendation of the Governor?

Option 1: Article 243

Option 2: Article 356

Option 3: Article 124

Option 4: Article 105


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Correct Answer: Article 356


Solution : The correct option is Article 356 .

Article 356 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President of India to impose the President's rule (i.e., central rule or state emergency) in a state on the grounds of failure of the constitutional machinery. This action can be taken on the recommendation of the governor of the state or otherwise, if the president is satisfied that a situation has arisen in which the government of the state cannot be carried on by the provisions of the constitution.

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