SHORT ANSWER:
The President of India can impose President's Rule under Article 356 based on the recommendation of the Governor of the state.
DETAILS:
- The Governor must report to the President that the government in the state cannot be carried on in accordance with the Constitution.
- The President can then issue a proclamation to impose President's Rule.
- The proclamation must be laid before both Houses of Parliament within two months.
- Parliament must approve the proclamation within six months for it to remain in effect.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If Parliament does not approve, the proclamation will cease to operate.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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