Day 28/Polity/Governor

STATE GOVERNMENT (Part VI, Articles 152–237)

Government at the state level

Works similar to Union government

Has 3 organs:

Executive

Legislature

Judiciary






👤 GOVERNOR (Articles 153–162)

🔹 Who is Governor?

Head of the State (Nominal head)


🔹 Appointment

Appointed by President


🔹 Term

5 years

Can be removed earlier


🔹 Powers of Governor 🔥

Executive powers:

Appoints Chief Minister

Appoints ministers


Legislative powers:

Summons State Legislature

Gives assent to bills


Special powers:

Can recommend President’s Rule (Article 356)

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