SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor of an Indian state plays a key role in the legislative process, including summoning and proroguing the legislature.
DETAILS:
- The Governor summons and prorogues the sessions of the state legislature.
- The Governor gives assent to bills passed by the legislature.
- The Governor can also return a bill for reconsideration, except for money bills.
- The Governor addresses the first session of the legislature after each general election and at the beginning of the first session each year.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- None applicable.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 174-176.
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