SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor can dissolve a state assembly, but the President dissolves the Lok Sabha at the central level.
DETAILS:
- The Governor has the power to dissolve the state legislative assembly under Article 174 of the Indian Constitution.
- The President can dissolve the Lok Sabha under Article 85 of the Indian Constitution.
- The Governor acts on the advice of the council of ministers, while the President has discretion in certain situations.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment; these are constitutional powers.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Articles 85 and 174.
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