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President's Rule under Article 356 can remain in force for a maximum period of ______ years, subject to Parliamentary approval every 6 months and Election Commission certification after one year.

  1. 2
  2. 3
  3. 4
  4. 5

Answer: 3

Article 356(5), inserted by 44th Amendment: Maximum duration of President's Rule is 3 years. Extensions beyond 1 year require: (a) National Emergency in India or that State, AND (b) Election Commission certification that elections cannot be held. Prevents indefinite suspension of State democracy; ensures return to normalcy.

Topic State Emergency - Maximum Duration
Exam Relevance President's Rule duration limit question for UPSC Prelims and SSC CGL Tier-2