Section 2. Subs. by s. 2, ibid. , for "within two years of the constitution of the Commission" (w.e.f. 14-1-2008)

1[10A. Deferment of delimitation in certain cases 2. Subs. by s. 2, ibid. , for "within two years of the constitution of the Commission" (w.e.f. 14-1-2008). 1[10A. Deferment of delimitation in certain cases.— (1) Notwithstanding anything contained in sections 4, 8 and 9, if the President is satisfied that a situation has arisen whereby the unity and integrity of India is threatened or there is a serious threat to the peace and public order, he may, by order, defer the delimitation exercise in a State. (2) Every order made under this section shall be laid before each House of Parliament.