SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court of India interprets the Governor's role during political instability as primarily to ensure constitutional governance and not to interfere in the political process.
DETAILS:
- The Governor must act according to the advice of the Council of Ministers, except in certain situations.
- The Supreme Court has emphasized that the Governor should not dismiss a government without valid reasons.
- The Court has ruled that the Governor can call for a floor test to ascertain the majority of a government.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the Governor acts beyond constitutional limits, it can lead to judicial review and potential reinstatement of a dismissed government.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 163 and relevant Supreme Court judgments.
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