Which of the following is NOT a valid ground for the imposition of President's Rule as per the S.R. Bommai guidelines?
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Correct answer: Internal disturbances not leading to the breakdown of constitutional machinery
The Supreme Court held that Article 356 cannot be invoked for internal disturbances that do not lead to a breakdown of constitutional machinery. Maladministration or allegations of corruption against the ministry are also not valid grounds.
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