Power of President to promulgate Ordinances during recess of Parliament
Quick Summary (TL;DR)
Article 123 (Power of President to promulgate Ordinances during recess of Parliament): Constitutional provision under Part V.
In Simple Citizen Words
Article 123 ('Power of President to promulgate Ordinances during recess of Parliament') is codified in Part V of the Constitution of India. Specifically, the constitutional text states: (1) If at any time, except when both Houses of Parliament are in session, the President is satisfied that circumstances exist which render it necessary for him to take immediate action, he may promulgate such Ordinances as the...
Key Constitutional Provisions
Constitutional Mandate (Art. 123): Directly codifies the legal rule for 'Power of President to promulgate Ordinances during recess of Parliament' under Part V
Structured across 3 clause(s) and 2 sub-clause(s) with clear procedural conditions
Requires transparent Parliamentary law-making and democratic accountability rather than arbitrary executive action
Exceptions & Reasonable Restrictions
All exercises of authority under Article 123 remain subject to the provisions of the Constitution and judicial review by the High Courts and the Supreme Court.
Why This Matters in Daily Life
Ensures that governance under Part V operates strictly through rule of law rather than arbitrary discretion.
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