SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court has established that a Governor's discretionary powers must be exercised according to the Constitution and not arbitrarily.
DETAILS:
- The Governor's discretionary powers are outlined in Articles 153 to 167 of the Indian Constitution.
- The Supreme Court has ruled that these powers should be exercised in accordance with the advice of the Council of Ministers, except in specific situations mentioned in the Constitution.
- The landmark case of "Shamsher Singh vs. State of Punjab (1974)" emphasized that the Governor acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Misuse of discretionary powers can lead to judicial review and potential invalidation of decisions.
SOURCE:
- Indian Constitution, Articles 153-167, Supreme Court Judgments.
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