The position of the Governor in India is provided for in the Constitution of India under Articles 153 to 162. The Governor is the constitutional head of each state in India and represents the President at the state level. Here are the key aspects related to the Governor as per the Constitution: 1. Appointment: The Governor is appointed by the President of India. The President makes the appointment and issues a warrant of appointment under their hand and seal. The Governor's appointment is made based on the advice of the Prime Minister. 2. Qualifications and Term: To be eligible for the position of Governor, a person must be a citizen of India and should not hold any office of profit. The Governor holds office for a term of five years, but the President has the authority to remove the Governor from office before the completion of the term. 3. Executive Powers: The Governor is the executive head of the state and exercises executive powers on behalf of the President. The Governor appo...
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