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SHORT ANSWER: The SR Bommai case (1994) redefined the limits of the President's power under Article 356 of the Constitution regarding the imposition of President's Rule in states. DETAILS: - The Supreme Court ruled that the President's power to dismiss a state government is not absolute and is subject to judicial review. - It established that the President must act on the advice of the Council of Ministers and cannot dismiss a government without valid reasons. - The court laid down guidelines to prevent arbitrary use of power under Article 356. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If the President's Rule is imposed without valid reasons, it can be challenged in court. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 356
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