Why President Rule imposed in Manipur? What are the main reasons?
Why President Rule imposed in Manipur? President’s rule has been imposed in Manipur. N. Biren Singh recently resigned from the post of Chief Minister. On the recommendation of the Governor, President Draupadi Murmu has imposed the President’s rule in Manipur from today. A notification in this regard has been issued from the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Chief Minister resigned:
On February 9, Chief Minister N Biren Singh met Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and submitted his resignation. There were long demands for the Chief Minister to resign over the violence in Manipur, but he finally resigned. After the proposal of the governor, it was decided to impose the president’s rule in Manipur. A notification has been issued today stating that the president’s rule has been imposed in the state.
How does presidential rule work?
According to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution, the President can declare President’s Rule in any state. When the president feels that a situation has arisen in the state. Where the administration cannot be carried out in accordance with the Constitution.
What is the process for imposing President’s rule?
The Governor sends a report to the Union Government for President’s Rule. Based on the Governor’s report, the Union Cabinet recommends it. The President, on the recommendation of the Union Cabinet, decides to impose President’s Rule in the state.
How long is President’s rule imposed?
The president’s rule is imposed for a period of 6 months. It requires the approval of both the houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha). It can be extended for a further period of one year.
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