SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor of an Indian state can exercise discretion in the dismissal of ministers under Article 164 of the Constitution of India.
DETAILS:
- Article 164(1) states that the Chief Minister shall be appointed by the Governor, and other ministers shall be appointed on the advice of the Chief Minister.
- Article 164(2) allows the Governor to dismiss a minister if the Chief Minister advises it, but the Governor can also act independently in certain situations.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for the Governor's discretion as it is a constitutional provision.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 164
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