SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court of India interprets the grounds for imposing President's Rule based on the provisions of Article 356 of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 356 allows the President to assume control of a state government if the governance in the state cannot be carried out according to the Constitution.
- The Supreme Court reviews the imposition of President's Rule to ensure it is not arbitrary and is based on valid grounds.
- The principles guiding the review include the necessity of a factual basis for the imposition and adherence to constitutional provisions.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the imposition is found to be unconstitutional, it can be struck down by the Supreme Court.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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