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SHORT ANSWER: Article 356 of the Indian Constitution allows the President to assume control of a state government under certain conditions. DETAILS: - It is invoked when the President believes that the governance in a state cannot be carried out according to the Constitution. - The President can dissolve the state assembly and impose President's Rule. - The invocation requires a report from the Governor of the state indicating the failure of constitutional machinery. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - The state government is suspended, and the central government takes over administration. - Elections must be held within six months to restore the state government. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 356
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