SHORT ANSWER:
Article 356 allows the President to impose President's Rule in a state if the governance cannot be carried out according to the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- It can be invoked if the state government is unable to function as per the constitutional provisions.
- The President assumes control over the state's administration.
- It affects the relationship between the state and central government by increasing central authority.
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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