SHORT ANSWER:
Article 174 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Governor to summon and prorogue the sessions of the State Legislature.
DETAILS:
- It states that the Governor can summon the House or Houses of the Legislature at such time as they think fit.
- It also allows the Governor to prorogue the House or Houses.
- The article mandates that the Governor must summon the Legislature at least once every six months.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment; however, failure to comply may affect legislative functioning.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 174
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