UPSC Indian Polity and Civics The State Judiciary Question Bank State Government

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    23. Article 156 of the Constitution of India provides that a Governor shall hold office for a term of five year from the date on which he enters upon his office. Which of the following can be deduced from this?
    No Governor can be removed from office till completion of his term
    No Governor can continue in office beyond five years

    A) 1 only              

    B) 2 only

    C) Both 1 and 2                 

    D) Neither 1 nor 2

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    According to Article 156, the Governor shall hold office during the pleasure of the President, the Governor may by writing under his hand addressed to the President resign his office. Subject to the foregoing provisions o this article, a Governor shall hold for a term of five year from the date on which he enters upon his office. Provide that a Governor shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his office.


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