SHORT ANSWER:
Article 356 allows the President to impose President's Rule in a state, impacting the federal structure by centralizing power.
DETAILS:
- It can be invoked if the President believes that the governance in a state cannot be carried out according to the Constitution.
- This leads to the dissolution of the state government and the imposition of direct rule by the Centre.
- It can disrupt the autonomy of states and alter the balance of power between the Centre and states.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The state assembly can be dissolved, and elections may be delayed.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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