Consider the following statements:
1. The President can dissolve the Lok Sabha.
2. The Governor can recommend President’s Rule in a state.
Which of the above is/are correct?

Correct Answer: Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

Let us analyze both statements individually based on the constitutional provisions of India:

Statement 1: The President can dissolve the Lok Sabha.

Under Article 85(2)(b) of the Constitution of India, the President has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha (the House of the People), usually on the advice of the Prime Minister and the Union Council of Ministers. Therefore, Statement 1 is correct.

Statement 2: The Governor can recommend President’s Rule in a state.

Under Article 356 of the Constitution of India, if the Governor of a State is satisfied that a situation has arisen in which the government of the State cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution, the Governor can send a report to the President recommending the imposition of President’s Rule (State Emergency). Therefore, Statement 2 is correct.

Since both statements 1 and 2 are constitutional and correct, the right option is Both 1 and 2.