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SHORT ANSWER: The Governor can dismiss the elected government under Article 356 of the Indian Constitution. DETAILS: - Article 356 allows the President to impose President's Rule in a state if the Governor reports that the government cannot be carried on according to the Constitution. - The Supreme Court has interpreted this provision to mean that the Governor must act on the advice of the Council of Ministers and cannot dismiss the government arbitrarily. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Dismissal of the elected government can lead to President's Rule, which may affect the democratic process in the state. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 356
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