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Jethmalani: words used in proviso are- governor 'may' -as far as substantive part is concerned, it uses shall- this means proviso is discretionary for the Governor. Next phrase in proviso is 'as soon as possible'- where timeline is used, it is for the legislator but when there is high constitutional functionaries are involved, there is no time lines.