Constitution of India · Section Article 354
Application of provisions relating to distribution of revenues while a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation
Article 354 — Application of provisions relating to distribution of revenues while a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation
- Application of provisions relating to distribution of revenues while a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation.—(1) The President may, while a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation, by order direct that all or any of the provisions of articles 268 to 279 shall for such period, not extending in any case beyond the expiration of the financial year in which such Proclamation ceases to operate, as may be specified in the order, have effect subject to such exceptions or modifications as he thinks fit. (2) Every order made under clause (1) shall, as soon as may be after it is made, be laid before each House of Parliament.
Plain English Summary
This article allows the President, while a National Emergency is in effect, to direct that certain rules about how money (revenues) is distributed are applied for a specific time period. This power is used to manage financial matters during an emergency situation.
Key Points
- The President can order that certain provisions related to distributing revenues (Articles 268 to 279) apply during an Emergency.
- This application is limited to the period until the Emergency ends, usually not extending beyond the financial year in which it stops.
- The President has the power to make exceptions or changes to these rules as they see fit.
- Any order made under this clause must be presented to both Houses of Parliament.
Why It Matters
This provision gives the executive branch the authority to temporarily alter financial distribution rules to manage the country's finances effectively during a declared emergency.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.