SHORT ANSWER:
Ordinances allow the executive to legislate in certain situations, impacting the separation of powers.
DETAILS:
- The President or Governor can promulgate ordinances when Parliament or State Legislature is not in session.
- Ordinances have the same force as laws passed by the legislature but must be approved by the legislature within six weeks of reassembly.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If not approved, the ordinance lapses and cannot be enforced.
SOURCE:
- Article 123 and Article 213 of the Constitution of India.
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