Q. Consider the following statements regarding Martial Law in India:

1. There is no specific provision for Martial Law in the Constitution of India.
2. Martial Law leads to suspension of the government as well as ordinary courts of law during its operation.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: Both statements are correct. The Constitution of India does not contain any explicit provision for Martial Law. When Martial Law is imposed, it results in the suspension of ordinary legal and governmental functions, including regular courts, placing authority in military hands for maintaining law and order.