SHORT ANSWER:
The President's intervention in state governance can lead to the imposition of President's Rule under Article 356 of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 356 allows the President to assume control of a state if the governance cannot be carried out according to the Constitution.
- This can occur if there is a breakdown of constitutional machinery in the state.
- The state assembly may be dissolved, and the President can rule through the Governor.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The state loses its autonomy and is governed directly by the central government.
- Elections must be held within six months to restore the state government.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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