SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor of a state can recommend the imposition of President's Rule if they believe the state government is unable to function according to the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The Governor sends a report to the President of India suggesting President's Rule under Article 356 of the Constitution.
- This recommendation is based on the Governor's assessment of the state's governance and law and order situation.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Once President's Rule is imposed, the state government is dissolved, and the state is governed by the central government.
- Judicial intervention against the imposition of President's Rule is limited, as it is a political decision.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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