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Ordinance-Making Power of the Executive

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Under Articles 123 (President) and 213 (Governor), the executive can promulgate ordinances when the legislature is not in session, provided immediate action is necessary. These carry the same force as laws but must be approved by the legislature in its next session. The power addresses urgent policy needs, yet critics fear its misuse to bypass legislative debate. Court rulings (e.g., D.C. Wadhwa case) have stressed that ordinances cannot be reissued indefinitely. While ordinances can expedite governance, prolonged reliance undermines legislative supremacy. Effective checks ensure it remains an emergency tool, rather than a routine legislative shortcut.

Practice Questions

विधान सभा अध्यक्ष की योग्यता किस आधार पर निर्धारित होती है?

Which is the largest state in India by area?

भारतीय न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता का मूल सिद्धांत क्या है?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliamentary System?

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian federal system?

संघीय परिषद का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में है?

Who is the first citizen of India?

न्यायपालिका की नियुक्ति में पुनरीक्षण किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?

उच्च न्यायालयों का गठन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?