SHORT ANSWER:
The President's Rule can be imposed in a state if the President believes that the governance in the state cannot be carried on according to the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The state government is unable to function according to the provisions of the Constitution.
- There is a breakdown of constitutional machinery in the state.
- The President must receive a report from the Governor of the state or can act based on other information.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The state assembly is dissolved or suspended.
- The central government assumes control over the state's administration.
SOURCE:
- Article 356 of the Constitution of India
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