The question relates to the power of Parliament to extend the term of the Lok Sabha during a National Emergency. This provision is specified in the Constitution.
While a proclamation of Emergency is in operation, the duration of the Lok Sabha can be extended by not exceeding
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2011 · Topic: Emergency Provisions (Duration, Extension, and Revocation of Emergency)
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