[General Studies II: Polity] [250 words, 15 marks]
Answer Structure:
- Introduction: Article 153
- Body: Constitutional provisions with respect to the Governor
- Conclusion: Varied roles of the Governor
Answer
Introduction
There shall be a Governor for each State, and there is no bar on the same person being appointed as Governor for two or more States.
Body
Article 154. The executive power of the State shall be vested in the Governor
Article 161. Power of Governor to grant pardons and to suspend, remit or commute sentences in certain cases
Article 165. The Governor of each State shall appoint an Advocate-General for the State
Article 174. The Governor shall from time to time summon, prorogue the House or either House, or dissolve the Legislative Assembly
Article 175. Right of the Governor to address and send messages to the House or Houses.
Article 176. Special address by the Governor at the commencement of the first session
Article 200. Assent to Bills passed by the Legislative Assembly of a State or, in the case of a State having a Legislative Council, has been passed by both Houses
Article 201. Bills reserved for the consideration of the President
Article 213. Power of the Governor to promulgate Ordinances during recess of the Legislature.
Article 219. Oath or affirmation by Judges of High Courts
Article 233. Appointment of district judges
Article 243(I). Constitution of the Finance Commission to review the financial position of Panchayats and Municipalities
Article 267. Contingency Fund of the state at the disposal of the Governor
Article 316& 317. Appointment and term of office, Removal and suspension of members of the State Public Service Commission.
Article 356. Report from the Governor to the President in case of failure of constitutional machinery in States
Conclusion
Thus the Governor’s role is varied, encompassing legislative, executive, and Judicial functions concerning a state and the President of India.
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