🇮🇳

RuleMate India

Government rules made easy. Just ask.

SHORT ANSWER: The Governor of an Indian state can dissolve the state legislative assembly under Article 174 of the Constitution of India. DETAILS: - Article 174 gives the Governor the power to summon and prorogue the assembly and to dissolve it. - The dissolution can occur when the assembly is not in session and the Governor believes it is necessary to do so. - Generally, the process unfolds after consultations with the Chief Minister and the council of ministers. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - There are no specific punishments for the Governor's actions as it is a constitutional provision. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 174
✓ Clarifying Indian regulations through an educational lens.