SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court has intervened in cases where the Governor's discretionary powers were seen as threatening the stability of a democratically elected government.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court has ruled that the Governor's discretion must be exercised in accordance with the Constitution and not arbitrarily.
- In the case of "S.R. Bommai vs. Union of India (1994)", the Court laid down guidelines on the use of Article 356, which allows the President to dismiss a state government.
- The Court emphasized that the Governor should not act against the advice of the Council of Ministers unless there is a clear constitutional crisis.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the Governor acts beyond their constitutional authority, it can lead to judicial review and potential reinstatement of the dismissed government.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356, S.R. Bommai vs. Union of India (1994)
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