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SHORT ANSWER: The Shamsher Singh vs State of Punjab case clarified the powers of the Governor and the State Government, reinforcing the Governor's role as a constitutional authority. DETAILS: - The Supreme Court ruled that the Governor must act according to the advice of the Council of Ministers. - It emphasized that the Governor's discretion is limited and should be exercised only in specific situations as per the Constitution. - The decision strengthened the principle of collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Governor. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - No direct punishment; however, it impacts the functioning of state governance. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 163 and Supreme Court Judgments.
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