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SHORT ANSWER: The Supreme Court has ruled that a Governor's discretion in inviting a party to form the government must be exercised in accordance with constitutional principles and established precedents. DETAILS: - The Governor must consider the party that has the majority support in the assembly. - The discretion should not be arbitrary and must align with the democratic process. - The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for the Governor to act on the advice of the council of ministers. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - If the Governor acts beyond their constitutional limits, it may lead to judicial review and possible invalidation of their actions. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 163 and Supreme Court Judgments.
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