SHORT ANSWER:
The constitutional provisions for the proclamation of emergency by the President are outlined in Article 352, Article 356, and Article 360 of the Indian Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 352 allows the President to proclaim a national emergency if the security of India or any part is threatened.
- Article 356 allows the President to assume control of a state government if the constitutional machinery in the state fails.
- Article 360 allows the President to declare a financial emergency if the financial stability or credit of India is threatened.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- During a national emergency, fundamental rights may be suspended.
- In a state emergency, the President can legislate for the state.
SOURCE:
- The Constitution of India
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