SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court cases of S.R. Bommai v. Union of India and Rameshwar Prasad v. Union of India have shaped the judicial approach towards Article 356.
DETAILS:
- S.R. Bommai case (1994) established that the use of Article 356 must be based on objective material and not arbitrary.
- Rameshwar Prasad case (2006) reinforced the need for judicial review of the President's rule imposed under Article 356.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Misuse of Article 356 can lead to judicial intervention and restoration of state governments.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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