SHORT ANSWER:
The imposition of President's Rule is governed by Article 356 of the Indian Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 356 allows the President to assume control of a state government if the constitutional machinery has failed.
- The President can dissolve the state assembly and call for fresh elections.
- The imposition of President's Rule must be approved by Parliament within two months.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments, but the state government is effectively suspended.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
Related Questions: