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SHORT ANSWER: The Supreme Court of India interprets Article 356 as a provision for imposing President's Rule in a state when the governance is not functioning according to the Constitution. DETAILS: - Article 356 allows the President to assume control of a state government if it is unable to function according to the provisions of the Constitution. - The Supreme Court has laid down guidelines to prevent misuse of this provision, emphasizing that it should be used only in exceptional circumstances. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Imposition of President's Rule can lead to the dissolution of the state assembly and governance by the central government. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 356
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