SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court can review the decisions made by governors regarding the formation of government when multiple parties claim a majority.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court ensures that the governor's decision is in accordance with the Constitution and legal principles.
- It can intervene if there are allegations of malafide intentions or if the governor's actions are arbitrary.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The Supreme Court may order the governor to act in a certain way or may set aside the governor's decision if found unconstitutional.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 136 (Supreme Court's power of special leave to appeal)
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