WBCS.LIVE practice question

In which one of the following States has the President’s rule been imposed most number of times?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Bihar
  2. Karnataka
  3. Manipur
  4. Punjab

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Manipur

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Manipur. Manipur has witnessed the imposition of President’s Rule more frequently than most other states in India. Due to its sensitive political environment and frequent instability in the assembly, the Centre has often had to intervene. President’s Rule is applied under Article 356 of the Constitution when the state government cannot function as per constitutional norms. Manipur’s history of coalition breakdowns and insurgency-related issues has contributed to repeated impositions. Hence, it tops the list in this regard.