Landmark Supreme Court case · 1987D.C. Wadhwa v. State of BiharWhy this case mattersRepromulgation of ordinances is a fraud on the Constitution.Connected constitutional articlesArticle 123 — Power of President to promulgate Ordinances during recess of ParliamentWhen Parliament is not in session, the President may issue an ordinance if immediate action is needed. It has the force of law, but it lapses if Parliament does not approve it in time.This study note summarises the constitutional connection. Verify quotations and legal propositions against the official judgment.