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Which of the following are not necessarily the consequences of the proclamation of the President's rule in a State?

  1. 1.Dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly
  2. 2.Removal of the Council of Ministers in the State
  3. 3.Dissolution of the local bodies

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. A.1 and 2 only
  2. B.1 and 3 only
  3. C.2 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. 1 and 3 only

President's Rule under Article 356 does not automatically necessitate the dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly; it can be kept in suspended animation. Similarly, the dissolution of local bodies is not a direct or necessary consequence. However, the removal of the Council of Ministers is a direct and inherent consequence of assuming state functions by the President.

Source: UPSC gs1 2017

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