What happened
• President’s Rule in Manipur has been revoked.
• Khemchand has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister.
• This follows political realignment after prolonged instability.
Constitutional background
• Article 356 – President’s Rule imposed when constitutional machinery of a State fails.
• Article 356(2) – President’s Rule must be approved by Parliament within 2 months.
• Revocation happens once a government claiming majority is formed.
Why it matters
• Restoration of elected government ends Central rule.
• Tests Centre–State relations and federal stability.
• Important for questions on misuse / revocation of Article 356.
