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title: "Armed Rebellion Definition | Model Diplomat"
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- Armed rebellion is a violent organised uprising against lawful state authority that, since 1978, is a constitutionally enumerated ground for proclaiming a National Emergency in India.
- Which constitutional amendment introduced 'armed rebellion' and why?
- Can fundamental rights under Articles 20 and 21 be suspended during an armed-rebellion emergency?
- How does National Emergency on armed rebellion differ from President's Rule under Article 356?
- Has armed rebellion ever been used as a ground since 1978?

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