| Which of the following statements are incorrect, when it comes to the legislative powers of the President? |
| 1. No Constitution Amendment Bill can be introduced in Parliament, except on the recommendation of the President. |
| 2. He decides on questions of disqualification of members of Parliament. |
| 3. He can summon, prorogue and dissolve the Houses of Parliament at any time. |
| 4. He can promulgate as well as withdraw ordinances whenever even one of the houses is not in session. |
| Select the correct answer using the codes given below. |
A) 1 and 4
B) 1 and 3
C) 1, 2 and 3
D) All of these
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
[a] Statement 1 is incorrect because the permission of the President is not needed to introduce a Constitution Amendment Bill in Parliament. His prior permission is needed in case of bills like Money Bill and bills to alter the boundary or name of a state. Statement 2 is correct and the power mentioned here has been provided in Article 103 of the Constitution. Statement 3 is also correct. Of course, the power to summon, prorogue and dissolve the Houses of Parliament is exercised by the President only on the advice of the Council of Ministers. Statement 4 is correct as President can promulgate ordinances when the Parliament is not in session (both the Houses).
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