SHORT ANSWER:
The landmark case is "Shamsher Singh v. State of Punjab (1974)."
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court ruled that the Governor must act according to the advice of the Council of Ministers.
- The Governor's discretionary powers are limited and should be exercised only in specific situations as per the Constitution.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Not applicable as this is a judicial interpretation.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 163 and Supreme Court Judgments.
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