An ordinance issued by the President has the same force and effect as an Act of

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Question
An ordinance issued by the President has the same force and effect as an Act of Parliament
Options
A. True
B. False
C. True, only during a National Emergency
D. True, only during a Financial Emergency

Correct Answer

True

Explanation

He cannot issue an ordinance , when both the Houses of Parliament are in session. Every ordinance issued by the President should be laid before both Houses of Parliament, within six weeks of re-assembly of Parliament . The president may also withdraw an ordinance at any time he likes.