SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court's ruling in the SR Bommai case reinforces the limits of the Governor's power in dismissing state governments, emphasizing the need for a majority in the assembly.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court held that the Governor cannot dismiss a state government merely on the basis of a subjective assessment of the situation.
- The ruling established that the Governor must act according to the advice of the council of ministers and cannot exercise discretion arbitrarily.
- It clarified that the Governor's power to recommend President's Rule under Article 356 is subject to judicial review.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the Governor acts beyond the constitutional limits, it can lead to judicial intervention.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356, Supreme Court Judgments
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