SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor can promulgate an ordinance under Article 213 when the state legislature is not in session and there is an urgent need for a law.
DETAILS:
- The ordinance must be necessary to address a situation that requires immediate action.
- The ordinance can only be issued when the state legislature is not in session.
- The ordinance must be approved by the state legislature within six weeks of reassembly.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If not approved, the ordinance ceases to operate.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 213
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