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Which article of the Constitution of India authorises the proclamation of a Financial Emergency?

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Which article of the Constitution of India authorises the proclamation of a Financial Emergency?

  1. Article 365

  2. Article 352

  3. Article 360

  4. Article 356

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C - Article 360

Article 360 allows the President to proclaim a Financial Emergency when the financial stability or credit of India or any part of it is threatened. Article 365 deals with a State’s failure to comply with Union directions, Article 356 with failure of constitutional machinery, and Article 352 with a National Emergency.

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