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Article 29 of the Constitution of 1962 empowered President in absence of National Assembly to promulgate an ____________ with the same powers and force as an Act of the Legislature?

Correct answer: A. Ordinance

  • A. Ordinance
  • B. Instrument
  • C. Bill
  • D. None of theseConsult Local Attorneys

Explanation

Article 29 allowed the President to promulgate an ordinance when the National Assembly was not in session, giving it the force of an Act of the Legislature. A bill would still require the legislative process.

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