SHORT ANSWER:
Article 164 grants the Governor the power to appoint the Chief Minister and other ministers in the state.
DETAILS:
- The Governor appoints the Chief Minister, who is usually the leader of the majority party in the Legislative Assembly.
- The Governor can also appoint other ministers on the advice of the Chief Minister.
- The Governor has the authority to dismiss the Council of Ministers if they lose the confidence of the Assembly.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment; however, the dismissal of ministers can lead to a change in government.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 164
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