SHORT ANSWER:
The imposition of President's Rule under Article 356 can lead to the suspension of the state government's rights and powers.
DETAILS:
- Article 356 of the Indian Constitution allows the President to assume control of a state if the governance is not functioning according to the Constitution.
- The state legislature may be dissolved or suspended, and the President can legislate for the state.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The state loses its autonomy and the elected government is replaced by central rule.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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