Question

under what circumstances an emergency can be declared by the president?​

Answer 1

Answer:

President Rule, under Article 356

If the President is satisfied, based on the report of the Governor of the concerned state or from other sources, that the governance in a state cannot be carried out according to the provisions in the Constitution, he/she may declare an emergency in the state.

Answer 2

1. General emergency: If the President is satisfied that a grave emergency exists where by the security of India is threatened, either by war or by external aggression or armed rebellion, the President can proclaim this emergency. The President can do this only after getting the approval in writing of the Union Cabinet.
2. State emergency: If the President, on receipt of a report from the governor or otherwise, is satisfied that the governance of a State cannot be carried on in accordance with the provision of the Constitution, he may bdeclare an emergency in the State.
3. Financial emergency: If the President is satisfied that a situation has arisen whereby the financial stability or credit of the nation is threatened, he can declare financial emergency.