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The power of Governor to promulgate ordinance is provided in which Article of the Constitution of India.

Article 213 provides the Governor's power to promulgate ordinances during a recess of the State Legislature when immediate action is necessary. In a state with two Houses,…

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The power of Governor to promulgate ordinance is provided in which Article of the Constitution of India.

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Article 213 provides the Governor's power to promulgate ordinances during a recess of the State Legislature when immediate action is necessary. In a state with two Houses, this power is unavailable when both Houses are in session. Article 123 gives the corresponding ordinance-making power to the President at the Union level.

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