SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court ensures that the burden of proof lies with the state government to justify the imposition of President's Rule.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court has ruled that the state must provide adequate justification for the imposition of President's Rule under Article 356 of the Constitution.
- This includes demonstrating that the governance of the state cannot be carried out according to the Constitution.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the state fails to justify the imposition, the Supreme Court may strike down the President's Rule.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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