SHORT ANSWER:
The Rameshwar Prasad v. Union of India case clarified the limits of a Governor's authority in dismissing a government during political instability.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court ruled that a Governor cannot dismiss a government without proper justification and must act according to the advice of the Council of Ministers.
- It emphasized that the Governor's role is to ensure that the constitutional machinery functions properly, rather than to act arbitrarily.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a Governor acts beyond their authority, it can lead to judicial review and potential reinstatement of the dismissed government.
SOURCE:
- Supreme Court Judgment, 2006
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