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What articles should not be abrogated during the Emergency?

AArticle 18,20

BArticle 19,20

CArticle 20,21

DArticle 15,16

Answer:

C. Article 20,21

Read Explanation:

  • During a national emergency, many Fundamental Rights of Indian citizens can be suspended.

  • The six freedoms under Right to Freedom are automatically suspended.

  • By contrast, the Right to Life and Personal Liberty cannot be suspended according to the original Constitution.


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Consider the following statements about the National Emergency under Article 352.

(i) The proclamation of a National Emergency must be approved by both Houses of Parliament by a special majority.

(ii) The life of the Lok Sabha can be extended beyond its normal term by one year at a time during a National Emergency.

(iii) The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 allowed the President to limit a National Emergency to a specific part of India.

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Who declares emergency in India?