SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor's powers to summon and prorogue the state legislature are provided under Article 174 of the Indian Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 174 empowers the Governor to summon the House or Houses of the Legislature at such time as he thinks fit.
- The Governor can also prorogue the House or Houses, which means to discontinue a session without dissolving the legislature.
- These powers can be exercised during political conflicts to manage legislative sessions.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for the exercise of these powers, but misuse may lead to political consequences.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 174
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