Constitution of India · Section Article 391
[Power of the President to amend the First and Fourth Schedules in certain contingencies.]
Article 391 — [Power of the President to amend the First and Fourth Schedules in certain contingencies.]
- [Power of the President to amend the First and Fourth Schedules in certain contingencies.].—Omitted by the Constitution (Seventh Amendment) Act, 1956, s. 29 and Sch. (w.e.f. 1-11-1956).
Plain English Summary
This article deals with the President's power to make changes to the First and Fourth Schedules of the Constitution under specific, pre-defined circumstances. It essentially outlines limited powers for the President regarding these specific parts of the Constitution.
Key Points
- The power mentioned in this article has been omitted from the Constitution by the Seventh Amendment Act, 1956.
- This omission took effect from January 1, 1956.
Why It Matters
Since the provision has been omitted, there is no current legal power under Article 391 for the President to amend the First or Fourth Schedules.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.