Here are some important Articles of the Indian Constitution related to the Governor of INDIAN STATES : These articles are important for exams like SSC, BIS, CBSE, RAILWAYS, UPCS ETC,.
Indian Constitution | Important articles related to the Governor
1. Article 153 – Governor of a State
- Provides for the appointment of a Governor for each state.
- A person can be appointed as the Governor of two or more states.
2. Article 154 – Executive Power of the State
- The executive power of the state is vested in the Governor and is exercised by him/her either directly or through officers subordinate to him/her.
3. Article 155 – Appointment of Governor
- The Governor is appointed by the President of India by warrant under his hand and seal.
4. Article 156 – Term of Office of Governor
- The Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President.
- The normal term of a Governor is 5 years, but he/she can remain in office until a successor is appointed.
5. Article 157 – Qualifications for Appointment as Governor
- The person must be:
- A citizen of India.
- At least 35 years old.
6. Article 158 – Conditions of Governor’s Office
- The Governor shall not be a Member of Parliament (MP) or State Legislature (MLA/MLC).
- The Governor is entitled to an official residence and emoluments determined by law.
7. Article 159 – Oath or Affirmation by the Governor
- The Governor takes an oath before the Chief Justice of the High Court (or the senior-most judge) of the state to faithfully execute duties.
8. Article 160 – Discharge of Governor’s Functions in Certain Contingencies
- If needed, the President may make provisions for the discharge of Governor’s duties in exceptional circumstances.
9. Article 161 – Governor’s Power to Grant Pardons
- The Governor has the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment for offenses against state laws.
10. Article 163 – Council of Ministers to Aid and Advise the Governor
- The Governor acts on the advice of the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers, except in cases where the Constitution requires discretion.
11. Article 164 – Appointment of Chief Minister and Other Ministers
- The Chief Minister and other ministers are appointed by the Governor, and they hold office during the Governor’s pleasure.
12. Article 174 – Governor’s Power to Summon, Prorogue, and Dissolve the State Legislature
- The Governor can summon, prorogue, and dissolve the state legislature.
13. Article 200 – Assent to Bills by the Governor
- The Governor may:
- Give assent to a bill.
- Withhold assent to a bill.
- Return the bill for reconsideration (except Money Bills).
- Reserve the bill for the President’s consideration.
14. Article 201 – Bills Reserved for President’s Consideration
- If the Governor reserves a bill for the President, the President may either:
- Give assent.
- Withhold assent.
- Direct the Governor to return the bill to the state legislature for reconsideration.
15. Article 213 – Governor’s Power to Promulgate Ordinances
- The Governor can issue an ordinance (temporary law) when the state legislature is not in session, but it must be approved by the legislature within six weeks of reassembly.
These articles collectively define the powers, functions, and responsibilities of a Governor in the Indian Constitution.
Quiz on Constitutional Articles Related to Governor
1. Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for a Governor for each state?
A) Article 153
B) Article 154
C) Article 161
D) Article 163
Answer: A) Article 153
2. Who appoints the Governor of a state in India?
A) Prime Minister
B) President of India
C) Chief Justice of India
D) Chief Minister of the State
Answer: B) President of India
3. What is the normal tenure of a Governor as per the Constitution?
A) 3 years
B) 4 years
C) 5 years
D) 6 years
Answer: C) 5 years
4. Under which article is the Governor’s executive power defined?
A) Article 154
B) Article 164
C) Article 200
D) Article 213
Answer: A) Article 154
5. What is the minimum age requirement for a person to be appointed as Governor?
A) 30 years
B) 35 years
C) 40 years
D) 45 years
Answer: B) 35 years
6. Under which article can the Governor grant pardons or reprieves for state offenses?
A) Article 159
B) Article 161
C) Article 163
D) Article 174
Answer: B) Article 161
7. Which article states that the Governor is appointed by the President of India?
A) Article 155
B) Article 156
C) Article 157
D) Article 158
Answer: A) Article 155
8. Under which article does the Governor take an oath before assuming office?
A) Article 155
B) Article 159
C) Article 161
D) Article 174
Answer: B) Article 159
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9. Under which article can the Governor summon, prorogue, and dissolve the state legislature?
A) Article 164
B) Article 174
C) Article 200
D) Article 213
Answer: B) Article 174
10. Under which article does the Governor have the power to promulgate ordinances?
A) Article 154
B) Article 174
C) Article 213
D) Article 200
Answer: C) Article 213
11. Under which article is the Governor required to act on the advice of the Council of Ministers?
A) Article 154
B) Article 163
C) Article 174
D) Article 213
Answer: B) Article 163
12. Under which article does the Governor give assent to state bills?
A) Article 200
B) Article 161
C) Article 213
D) Article 174
Answer: A) Article 200
13. Under which article can the Governor reserve a bill for the President’s consideration?
A) Article 161
B) Article 163
C) Article 200
D) Article 201
Answer: D) Article 201
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14. Under which article does the Governor appoint the Chief Minister and other ministers?
A) Article 153
B) Article 156
C) Article 164
D) Article 174
Answer: C) Article 164
15. Under which article can the Governor’s term be terminated before 5 years?
A) Article 154
B) Article 155
C) Article 156
D) Article 158
Answer: C) Article 156
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