The Emergency (India)

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. Where is The Emergency (India)?South Asia
2. How many people live in The Emergency (India)?Approximately 1.428 billion (as of 2023)
3. How big is The Emergency (India)?3,287,590 square kilometers
4. What is the capital of The Emergency (India)?New Delhi
5. What language do people speak in The Emergency (India)?Official languages: Hindi and English. Numerous other recognized regional languages
6. What was the Emergency in India?It was a 21‑month period from June 1975 to March 1977 when the government paused many freedoms and ruled by decree.

Article 352: The constitutional provision in India that allows for the declaration of a national emergency.
Rule by Decree: The exercise of legislative power by the executive branch without parliamentary approval.
Civil Liberties: Fundamental rights and freedoms guaranteed to citizens, such as freedom of speech and assembly.