SHORT ANSWER:
The powers of a state governor in summoning the state legislature are outlined in Article 174 of the Constitution of India.
DETAILS:
- Article 174 states that the Governor may summon the House or Houses of the Legislature at such time and place as they think fit.
- The Governor must summon the House at least once every six months.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment for the Governor; however, failure to summon may affect legislative functions.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 174
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