SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor of a state in India can recommend the promulgation of ordinances when the state legislature is not in session.
DETAILS:
- The Governor can issue an ordinance under Article 213 of the Indian Constitution.
- This power allows the Governor to legislate on urgent matters without waiting for the legislature to convene.
- The ordinance must be approved by the state legislature within six weeks of reassembly.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If not approved, the ordinance ceases to operate.
SOURCE:
- Article 213 of the Indian Constitution
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