The Lok -Sabha can be dissolved before the expiry of its normal five year term by - (1) The Prime Minister (2) The Speaker of Lok Sabha (3) The President on the recommendation of the Prime Minister (4) None of the above
(3) The President on the recommendation of the Prime Minister Explanation: The Lok Sabha may be dissolved before the expiry of its term by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister. During national emergency, the life of the Lok Sabha may be extended by the President beyond five years for one year at a time. The new Lok Sabha must be elected within six months after the national emergency is lifted.