GS PrelimsPolityGovernor Power and Functions2013

Which one of the following statements is correct?

A

In India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more States at the same time

B

The Judges of the High Court of the States in India are appointed by the Governor of the State just as the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the President

C

No procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her post

D

In the case of a Union Territory having a legislative setup, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Lt. Governor on the basis of majority support

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

1. Statement (A) is incorrect. The 7th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1956 facilitated the appointment of the same person as a Governor for two or more States (Article 153). 2. Statement (B) is incorrect. Judges of the High Court are appointed by the President, not the Governor (Article 217). The Governor is consulted in the process. 3. Statement (C) is correct. Article 156(1) of the Constitution of India states that the Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President. The Constitution does not lay down any specific procedure or grounds for the removal of a Governor from his/her post. 4. Statement (D) is incorrect. In the case of a Union Territory with a legislative setup (like Delhi or Puducherry), the Chief Minister is appointed by the President (although administered the oath by the Lt. Governor in Delhi), not directly by the Lt. Governor merely on the basis of majority support.

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