While a proclamation of Emergency is in operation, the duration of the Lok Sabha can be extended by not exceeding
[amp_mcq option1=”three months” option2=”nine months” option3=”one year at a time” option4=”two years at a time” correct=”option3″]
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CAPF – 2011
The correct option is C. According to Article 83(2) of the Constitution of India, while a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation, the duration of the House of the People (Lok Sabha) can be extended by Parliament by law for a period not exceeding one year at a time.
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.