Consider the following statements mentioned in Article 123 of the Indian Constitution: I. The President has the power to promulgate ordinances during the recess of Parliament. II. An ordinance promulgated under this article shall have the same force and effect as an act of Parliament. III. Such an ordinance may be withdrawn at any time by the President.
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Correct option is D

All three statements are correct as per Article 123 of the Indian Constitution:
1. Statement I: The President can promulgate ordinances during the recess of Parliament when neither House is in session, and there is an immediate need for legislation. This ensures legislative action without delay.
2. Statement II: An ordinance promulgated under this article has the same force and effect as an act of Parliament, but it must be approved by Parliament within six weeks of its reassembly to remain valid.
3. Statement III: The President has the authority to withdraw an ordinance at any time before its expiry or approval by Parliament.
Explanation:
· Article 123 allows the President to issue ordinances to address urgent legislative needs when Parliament is not in session.
· However, these ordinances are temporary laws and must be approved by Parliament to become permanent.
· The withdrawal power ensures that the President can rescind an ordinance if it becomes unnecessary or controversial before parliamentary approval.
Information Booster:
· Ordinances can only be issued when both Houses of Parliament are not in session.
· They must be laid before both Houses and approved within six weeks of reassembly.
· An ordinance lapses if Parliament disapproves it.
· The Governor of a state also has similar powers under Article 213 for state legislatures.