SHORT ANSWER:
After the President invokes Article 356, the state government is dismissed, and President's Rule is imposed, affecting the state's legislative assembly.
DETAILS:
- The President issues a proclamation stating that the governance of the state cannot be carried on in accordance with the Constitution.
- The state assembly is either dissolved or kept in suspended animation.
- The President appoints a Governor to administer the state.
- The Governor may also recommend the imposition of President's Rule to the Parliament.
- The proclamation must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within two months.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The state government loses its powers and functions, and the Governor administers the state.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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