SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court has established guidelines to ensure the imposition of Article 356 is not arbitrary and protects democratic processes.
DETAILS:
- Article 356 allows the President to impose President's Rule in a state if the governance cannot be carried out according to the Constitution.
- The Supreme Court has ruled that the imposition must be based on material facts and not on political considerations.
- The Court emphasizes the need for a thorough examination of the situation before imposing President's Rule.
- Judicial review is allowed to check the validity of the imposition.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If Article 356 is imposed without valid reasons, it can be struck down by the Supreme Court.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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