SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court judgments have clarified the powers and responsibilities of governors, particularly in relation to their role in state government.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court in various cases, such as "Shamsher Singh vs. State of Punjab (1974)", established that the governor acts on the advice of the council of ministers.
- In "Bihar Assembly Dissolution Case (2005)", the court ruled that the governor must act according to the constitutional provisions and cannot act arbitrarily.
- The "Rameshwar Prasad vs. Union of India (2006)" judgment emphasized that the governor's discretion is limited and must align with the constitutional framework.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a governor acts beyond their constitutional powers, it may lead to judicial review and potential invalidation of their actions.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Supreme Court Judgments
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