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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

राज्य के अधिकारों की सीमा किसके द्वारा निर्धारित की जाती है?

न्यायपालिका की संरचना में किसका प्रमुख योगदान होता है?

भारतीय संविधान में संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस आधार पर की जाती है?

Which of the following is a power of the Rajya Sabha?

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख का चुनाव किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

Who has the authority to promulgate ordinances in India?

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?

संसद के अधिवेशन के अंतराल का निर्धारण किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

What is the term of office for the Vice President of India?