SHORT ANSWER:
Article 356 can be invoked by the President of India when the governance of a state cannot be carried on in accordance with the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 356 allows the President to assume control of a state government if there is a failure of constitutional machinery.
- The President must report to the Parliament within two months of the proclamation.
- The proclamation must be based on the recommendation of the Governor of the state.
- The state assembly can disapprove the proclamation, which safeguards against misuse.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If misused, the proclamation can be challenged in the Supreme Court.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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