Under Article 123, how long can an Ordinance remain in force after Parliament reassembles?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Six weeks from the reassembly of Parliament
- Step 1: The Constitute Project text of Article 123(2)(a) says an Ordinance shall cease to operate at the expiration of six weeks from the reassembly of Parliament. Answer: Six weeks from the reassembly of Parliament. Why not the others: Six months from reassembly: Article 123 sets six weeks, not this period. 14 days from reassembly: Article 123 sets six weeks, not this period. Three months from reassembly: Article 123 sets six weeks, not this period.
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