SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court in the SR Bommai case suggested that the use of Article 356 should be based on objective criteria and not be arbitrary.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court emphasized that the power under Article 356 should be exercised only in cases of constitutional breakdown.
- It recommended that the President must obtain the opinion of the Governor before imposing President's Rule.
- The Court stated that the decision to impose President's Rule should be based on material facts and not on political considerations.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If Article 356 is misused, it can be challenged in the Supreme Court, which can restore the state government.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356, SR Bommai v. Union of India (1994)
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