If the President of India exercises his power as provided under Article 356 of the Constitution in respect of a particular state, then

1. The Assembly of the state is automatically dissolved
2. The powers of the Legislature of that State shall be exercisable by or under the authority of the Parliament
3. Article 19 is suspended in that state
4. The President can make laws relating to that State

Explanation

Option (b) is correct

• Article 356: If the President, on receiving a report from the Governor of a State or otherwise (suo motu), is satisfied that the governance of the State cannot be carried on in accordance with the Constitution, the President may issue a Proclamation:
  • Assuming to himself all or any functions of the State Government and the powers vested in or exercisable by the Governor or any authority in the State, except those of the State Legislature;
  • Declaring that the powers of the State Legislature shall be exercised by or under the authority of Parliament;
  • Making incidental and consequential provisions necessary to give effect to the Proclamation, including suspending, in whole or in part, the operation of any constitutional provisions relating to any authority in the State.
• However, the President cannot assume the powers of a High Court or suspend any constitutional provision relating to High Courts.

Answer: (b) The powers of the Legislature of that State shall be exercisable by or under the authority of the Parliament; Difficulty Level: Easy