Delhi APO 2005

Which one of the following statements is correct? The President can issue a proclamation of emergency

Verified Answer
A. (A) on the adivce of the Prime Minister
B. (B) on the advice of the Council of Minister
C. (C) in his own discretion
D. (D) when the decision of the union cabinet for the issuance of such a proclamation has been communicated to him in writing

Explanation:

As per Article 352(3) of the Indian Constitution, inserted by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978, the President can issue a Proclamation of National Emergency only when the decision of the Union Cabinet for the issuance of such a proclamation has been communicated to him in writing.