SHORT ANSWER:
President's Rule can lead to the central government assuming control over state governance, altering the distribution of powers.
DETAILS:
- Imposed under Article 356 of the Constitution of India.
- The state government is dissolved, and the President governs through the Governor.
- Legislative powers of the state are transferred to the Parliament.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- State assembly is suspended, and elections must be held within six months.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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