USA HISTORY

MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800

NORTHWEST ORDINANCE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is an ordinance?
A
A rule, law or decree.
B
A direction or location.
C
A democratic vote.
D
A grievance against England.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The term “ordinance” is defined by the Oxford dictionary as an authoritative order. Ordinance is a decree or law promulgated by a state or national government without the consent of the legislature. It includes examples such as collecting revenue through new taxes or harnessing resources during an emergency or threat.

Detailed explanation-2: -An ordinance is a law that is promulgated by the President of India only when the Indian parliament is not in session. President promulgates an ordinance on the recommendation of the union cabinet.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ordinances are laws that are promulgated by the President of India on the recommendation of the Union Cabinet, which will have the same effect as an Act of Parliament. They can only be issued when Parliament is not in session. They enable the Indian government to take immediate legislative action.

Detailed explanation-4: -: an authoritative decree or direction : order. On that day the king signed three ordinances. : a law set forth by a governmental authority. specifically : a municipal regulation. A city ordinance forbids construction work to start before 8 a.m.

Detailed explanation-5: -However, the main difference between the two is that the Act is passed by the legislature and laws are statutory regulations imposed by the government. Ordinances are laws that are enforced by the president of India only when the Indian parliament is not in session.

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