Explain the emergency powers of the President.
The President may declare internal emergency under Article 352, if, in his opinion, there is a threat to India’* security due to war or external aggression.
The President may impose ‘President’ Rule’ under Article 356 if he is convinced that in that particular state the law and order have completely deteriorated and it cannot be governed as per the constitution. Though the President’ rule is imposed on the recommendation of the governor of the concerned state, it is not compulsory.
If the President is convinced that the financial stability and prestige of the nation are at risk, he may impose a financial emergency under Article 360. However, the imposition of internal and financial emergency should be placed before Parliament and its consent was taken within 2 months of the declaration of emergency, otherwise, it is considered invalid.
