Are there any specific steps that must be taken when issuing a Proclamation under clause (1) of article 356?
Yes, there are specific steps that must be taken when issuing a Proclamation under clause (1) of article 356. According to the context provided:

1. A resolution with respect to the continuance in force of a Proclamation approved under clause (3) for any period beyond the expiration of one year from the date of issue of such Proclamation must be passed by either House of Parliament, subject to certain conditions. These conditions are:
   a. A Proclamation of Emergency must be in operation in the whole of India or, as the case may be, in the whole or any part of the State at the time of passing the resolution.
   b. The Election Commission must certify that the continuance in force of the Proclamation is necessary due to difficulties in holding general elections to the Legislative Assembly of the State concerned.
2. Exercise of legislative powers under a Proclamation issued under article 356:
   a. Parliament can confer on the President the power of the Legislature of the State to make laws, and authorise him to delegate the power so conferred to any other authority specified by him.
   b. Parliament, or the President or other authority in whom such power is vested, can make laws that confer powers and impose duties upon the Union or officers and authorities thereof.