Who has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?
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A.
President
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B.
Prime Minister
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C.
Speaker
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D.
Chief Justice
Correct Answer:
A. President
Explanation:
Under Article 85(2)(b) of the Constitution of India, the President has the formal authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha. While the House normally serves a five-year term, the President typically exercises the power of early dissolution based on the advice of the Prime Minister and the Union Council of Ministers. This usually occurs if the government loses its majority and no alternative stable government can be formed, or if the Prime Minister recommends seeking a fresh mandate from the electorate. Once the President signs the dissolution order, the current Lok Sabha's term ends immediately, and general elections must be held to constitute a new House.
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