SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court intervenes in political conflicts between the governor and chief minister to uphold democratic principles under Article 163 of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court has ruled that the governor must act according to the advice of the council of ministers headed by the chief minister.
- It has emphasized that the governor should not act arbitrarily and must respect the democratic mandate of the elected government.
- Cases like the Karnataka political crisis and Maharashtra government formation have seen such interventions.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The governor may face legal scrutiny for arbitrary actions that undermine the elected government.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 163
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