Article 352 , Constitution of India 1950 (1) If the President is satisfied that a grave emergency exists whereby the security of India or of any part of the territory thereof is threatened, whether by war or external aggression or internal disturbance, he may, by Proclamation, make a declaration to that effect. Article 352 of the Indian Constitution gives the President the power to declare a National Emergency when the security of India or any part of it is threatened by war, external aggression, or armed rebellion. This provision lies within Part XVIII of the Constitution, which covers emergency powers from Articles 352 to 360. India has experienced three National Emergencies in its history, in 1962 during the Sino-Indian War, in 1971 during the Indo-Pak War, and from 1975 to 1977 during the ... IPC Section 352 addresses the offense of “assault,” outlining the legal ramifications for individuals who engage in unlawful physical contact or use of force against others. This article delves into the specifics of Section 352 , discussing its definition, key elements, and the penalties involved. A National Emergency is a special legal measure provided under Article 352 of the Indian Constitution. This provision allows the central government to take extraordinary steps when the security of the nation or any part of it is threatened by war, external aggression, or armed rebellion.
