Summary:
The Centre has recommended the imposition of President's rule in Jammu and Kashmir after the expiry of the six-month Governor's rule on December 19. Earlier, a communication from the governor’s office was sent to the Union home ministry recommending imposition of President’s rule. Six months of Governor’s rule is compulsory under Article 92 of the Jammu and Kashmir Constitution. In case the elections are not declared, the President’s rule can be extended by another six months. The governor has to dissolve the Legislative Assembly after the tenure of six months is over and the state will directly come under the President’s rule for following six months during which elections have to be declared in the state..