Which landmark Supreme Court case laid down comprehensive guidelines for the imposition of Article 356 to prevent its misuse?
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Correct answer: S.R. Bommai Case (1994)
In the S.R. Bommai case, the Supreme Court ruled that the power under Article 356 is subject to judicial review and that the assembly should not be dissolved until Parliament approves the proclamation.
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