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The Indian Constitution gives the President the authority to declare three types of emergencies. Which of the following is NOT among them?

AArticle 352 - National Emergency

BArticle 356 - Emergency in State (President's rule)

CArticle 358 - Public health emergency

DArticle 360 - Financial Emergency

Answer:

C. Article 358 - Public health emergency

Read Explanation:

There is no provision in the Indian Constitution for a "Public Health Emergency" under Article 358 Article 358 suspends Fundamental Rights under Article 19 for the complete duration of Emergency. Article 358 is enforced all over India. Article 358 enables the State to form any law or take any executive action inconsistent with Fundamental Rights under Article 19.

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