SHORT ANSWER:
A governor can be dismissed by the President of India on the grounds of failure to perform duties or if the President believes it is necessary.
DETAILS:
- The President can dismiss a governor at any time, based on their discretion.
- The grounds for dismissal are not specified in the Constitution, allowing for broad interpretation.
- In contrast, the impeachment of a President or a judge requires specific grounds such as violation of the Constitution or misconduct.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment for a governor's dismissal, but it leads to the end of their tenure.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 155 and Article 356.
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