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SHORT ANSWER: The Supreme Court's decision in the SR Bommai case limited the Governor's discretion by establishing that the dismissal of a council of ministers must be based on objective criteria and not arbitrary decisions. DETAILS: - The court ruled that the Governor must act on the advice of the council of ministers and cannot dismiss them without valid reasons. - It emphasized that the Governor's power should be exercised in accordance with the Constitution and not based on personal discretion. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If the Governor acts arbitrarily, it can lead to judicial review and potential reinstatement of the dismissed council of ministers. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 163 and Supreme Court Judgments.
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