GK Question

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Under Article 213, Governor can promulgate ordinances when State Legislature is not in session, but such ordinances must be approved within ______ weeks of reassembly.

  1. 4
  2. 6
  3. 8
  4. 10

Answer: 6

Article 213: Governor's ordinance power mirrors President's under Article 123. Ordinances have same force as State Acts but cease to operate 6 weeks after Legislature reassembles, or earlier if disapproved. Governor cannot issue ordinance without Cabinet advice except in rare discretionary situations.

Topic Governor - Ordinance Power
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