SHORT ANSWER:
Article 356 allows the central government to assume control of a state's legislative powers during a state of emergency.
DETAILS:
- It is invoked when the President believes that the governance of a state cannot be carried out according to the Constitution.
- The state assembly can be dissolved, and the central government can legislate for the state.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The state government loses its powers, and the central government administers the state.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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