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SHORT ANSWER: The Supreme Court's decision in Rameshwar Prasad vs Union of India clarified that the Governor must act according to constitutional provisions and cannot arbitrarily appoint a Chief Minister. DETAILS: - The Governor has the discretion to appoint a Chief Minister but must ensure that the appointee commands the confidence of the majority in the Legislative Assembly. - The decision emphasized that the Governor's powers are not absolute and must align with constitutional norms. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If the Governor acts beyond constitutional limits, it may lead to judicial review and potential invalidation of the appointment. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 164
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