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  President Droupadi Murmu: In a landmark move that could reshape the relationship between India’s constitutional authorities, President Droupadi Murmu has formally asked the Supreme Court to weigh in on key constitutional questions concerning the powers of Governors over state legislation . The request comes under Article 143(1) of the Indian Constitution , which allows the President to seek the Court's advisory opinion on matters of law or public importance. The Supreme Court’s Deadline on Governors This development follows the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on April 8, 2025, which directed that Governors and the President must act on state bills within three months , citing concerns over indefinite delays. This ruling sparked a national conversation on constitutional boundaries , separation of powers , and the role of Governors in the legislative process . With tensions rising between state governments and Raj Bhavans, the President has stepped in—not to take sid...