SHORT ANSWER:
The Constitution of India mandates that each state assembly must meet at least twice a year.
DETAILS:
- Article 174 of the Constitution states that the Governor can summon the state assembly at any time, but it must meet at least once every six months.
- The Governor has the authority to decide the timing and frequency of the sessions, subject to the constitutional requirement.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for not adhering to the frequency, but it may affect legislative functioning.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 174
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