SHORT ANSWER:
The President of India can impose President's Rule in a state under specific conditions as per Article 356 of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- If the President believes that the governance in a state cannot be carried out according to the Constitution.
- This can occur if there is a failure of constitutional machinery in the state.
- The President can act based on the report of the Governor of the state or otherwise.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The state assembly is dissolved or suspended, and the central government takes over the administration of the state.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 356
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