SHORT ANSWER:
A governor can dissolve the state assembly under specific conditions, but doing so without justification may lead to legal challenges.
DETAILS:
- The Governor has the power to dissolve the assembly under Article 174 of the Constitution of India.
- Dissolution must be based on constitutional provisions and cannot be arbitrary.
- If dissolved without valid reasons, it can be challenged in the Supreme Court.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The Governor may face legal scrutiny and the dissolution may be declared unconstitutional.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 174
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