Duty of the Union to protect States against external aggression and internal disturbance
It shall be the duty of the Union to protect every State against external aggression and internal disturbance and to ensure that the Government of every State is carried on in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Article 355 of the Indian Constitution say?
It shall be the duty of the Union to protect every State against external aggression and internal disturbance and to ensure that the Government of every State is carried on in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution
Which Part of the Constitution contains Article 355?
Article 355 falls under Part XVIII — Emergency Provisions — of the Constitution of India.