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The President's rule in a state under Article 356 of the Constitution of India can be extended upto a maximum period of

A1 year

B2 years

C3 years

DIndefinite period

Answer:

C. 3 years

Read Explanation:

It can be extended for a maximum of 3 years with the approval of the Parliament done every 6 months.


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i. The President can delegate law-making powers to another authority during President's Rule.
ii. President's Rule in Kerala was imposed seven times, with the last instance in 1982.
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