SHORT ANSWER:
The provisions for the promulgation of ordinances are outlined in Article 123 for the President and Article 213 for Governors.
DETAILS:
- Article 123 allows the President to promulgate ordinances when Parliament is not in session, and the circumstances require immediate action.
- Article 213 allows Governors to promulgate ordinances when the state legislature is not in session under similar circumstances.
- Ordinances must be approved by the Parliament or state legislature within six weeks of reassembly to remain valid.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If not approved, the ordinance lapses and cannot be enforced.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
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