How many times the term of the Fifth Lok Sabha was extended by the law of parliament by one year at a time?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Two

Explanation:
• The normal term of the Lok Sabha is five years. However, during a period of National Emergency, Parliament has the power to extend its term by law for one year at a time.
• The Fifth Lok Sabha (1971-1977) was extended by one year on two separate occasions due to the National Emergency declared by the Indira Gandhi government in 1975.
• The first extension was in 1976, and the second was in 1977. The Lok Sabha was eventually dissolved after the Emergency was lifted and elections were called in 1977.

Information Booster:
• Article 352 allows for the declaration of a National Emergency.
• The term extension power is covered by Article 83(2) of the Constitution.