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Constitution & PolityEXAMINEYear 202015 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder

Examine the scope of Article 356 in the light of the landmark S.R. Bommai judgment. How has it protected federal principles from arbitrary executive action?

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Historical underpinnings, basic structure, fundamental rights, directive principles, federalism, inter-state relations, constitutional amendments.

Syllabus Tags:Article 356President's RuleS.R. Bommai CaseFederal ProtectionsFloor Test Requirement

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Discovered through overlapping concepts: Article 356, President's Rule, S.R. Bommai Case

Recurring Theme Trend: “Article 356”

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