Question

1. During the proclamation of an emergency the period of the Lok Sabha may be
extended for one year at a time', with reference to this explain-Did India face such
situation in the past? What was the reason?
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Answer 1

Explanation:

The Lok Sabha, unless sooner dissolved, continues to operate for five years from the date appointed for its first meeting and the expiration of the period of five years. However, while a proclamation of emergency is in operation, this period may be extended by Parliament by law for a period not exceeding one year at a time and not extending, in any case, beyond a period of six months after the proclamation has ceased to operate