SHORT ANSWER:
President's Rule under Article 356 suspends the state government and allows the central government to take over legislative and executive powers.
DETAILS:
- The state legislative assembly is either dissolved or suspended.
- The central government can legislate for the state on matters in the State List.
- The Governor of the state exercises the executive powers on behalf of the President.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The imposition of President's Rule can lead to political instability and loss of democratic governance in the state.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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