SHORT ANSWER:
The imposition of President's Rule under Article 356 involves a series of steps including the recommendation of the Governor and approval by the President.
DETAILS:
- The Governor of the state must report to the President that the government in the state cannot be carried on according to the provisions of the Constitution.
- The President can then proclaim the imposition of President's Rule in the state.
- The proclamation must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within two months.
- If approved, President's Rule can remain in effect for six months, and can be extended with further approval.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The state assembly is dissolved or suspended, and the central government takes over the administration.
SOURCE:
- Article 356 of the Indian Constitution
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