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SHORT ANSWER: The Supreme Court has interpreted the application of President's Rule under Articles 356 and 357 as a measure to be used only in cases of constitutional breakdown in a state. DETAILS: - Article 356 allows the President to assume control of a state government if the constitutional machinery has failed. - Article 357 provides for the powers of the President to legislate for the state during President's Rule. - The Supreme Court has emphasized that President's Rule should not be misused for political gains and must be based on objective criteria. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If misused, the Supreme Court can strike down the imposition of President's Rule. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Articles 356 and 357.
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