RuleMate India

SHORT ANSWER: The Supreme Court of India has intervened in several landmark cases regarding the discretionary powers of governors, particularly in the cases of "S.R. Bommai vs. Union of India" and "Rameshwar Prasad vs. Union of India." DETAILS: - In "S.R. Bommai vs. Union of India" (1994), the Supreme Court laid down guidelines on the use of Article 356, which allows the President to dismiss state governments. - In "Rameshwar Prasad vs. Union of India" (2006), the Court ruled against the arbitrary use of discretion by governors in the appointment of chief ministers. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - The rulings emphasize accountability and limit the arbitrary use of power by governors. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 356; Supreme Court Judgments.