SHORT ANSWER:
The President of India can dismiss a governor under Article 155 and Article 156 of the Constitution of India.
DETAILS:
- Article 155 states that the Governor of a state is appointed by the President.
- Article 156 allows the President to remove the Governor at any time, but the Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for the Governor upon dismissal, as it is an executive action by the President.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
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