SHORT ANSWER:
Article 163 of the Indian Constitution provides that the Governor can exercise discretion in certain matters and must act according to the advice of the council of ministers in others.
DETAILS:
- The Governor shall act according to the advice of the council of ministers, except in matters where he is required to act in his discretion.
- The council of ministers is collectively responsible to the Governor.
- The Governor can summon and prorogue the council of ministers.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- None specified directly under this article.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 163
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