SHORT ANSWER:
The Indian Constitution empowers governors to intervene in state matters under certain conditions.
DETAILS:
- Article 153 allows the appointment of a governor for each state.
- Article 174 gives governors the power to summon and prorogue the state legislature.
- Article 356 enables governors to assume control of the state government if there is a failure of constitutional machinery.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a governor intervenes under Article 356, it can lead to President's Rule in the state.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
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