SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court of India clarified that a Governor's discretionary powers should be exercised within constitutional limits and not arbitrarily.
DETAILS:
- The Governor's discretion is limited to specific situations as outlined in the Constitution.
- The court emphasized that the Governor must act on the advice of the Council of Ministers except in certain situations.
- The judgment reinforced that the Governor cannot dismiss a government merely due to political instability without valid reasons.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Misuse of discretionary powers by a Governor can lead to judicial review and potential reinstatement of dismissed governments.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 163 and relevant Supreme Court judgments.
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