SHORT ANSWER:
Article 356 allows the central government to take control of a state government if it believes the state is not functioning according to the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- It is invoked when the President believes that the governance in a state cannot be carried out according to the provisions of the Constitution.
- The President can assume control of the state administration and dissolve the state assembly.
- The action must be based on a report from the Governor of the state.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The imposition of President's Rule can lead to the suspension of the state government and its legislative assembly.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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