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SHORT ANSWER: The President of India can dismiss a governor under Article 155 and Article 156 of the Constitution. DETAILS: - Article 155 allows the President to appoint governors for states. - Article 156 states that a governor holds office during the pleasure of the President, which means the President can remove a governor at any time. - This power has been invoked during political conflicts, such as when governors have been dismissed for acting against the advice of the state government or for political reasons. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - The dismissal of a governor can lead to political instability in the state and may result in the imposition of President's Rule under Article 356 if the state government is unable to function. SOURCE: - Constitution of India
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