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Question : Which of the following statements are correct regarding the State Executive?
A. Article 152 of the Indian Constitution states "Unless the context otherwise requires, the expression 'State' does not include Jammu and Kashmir".
B. The 7th Constitutional Amendment Act has provided for the appointment of the same person as governor for two or more states.
C. The Supreme Court mentioned that the office of the governor is under the control of the Central Government.

Option 1: B and C only

Option 2: A and C only

Option 3: A, B and C only

Option 4: A and B only


Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024
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Correct Answer: A and B only


Solution : The correct answer is A and B only.

The Governor and the Council of Ministers, which the Chief Minister leads, comprise the state executive.

  • Following Article 152 of the Indian Constitution, Jammu and Kashmir are not considered to be states to appoint governors.
  • The appointment of the same individual to serve as governor of two or more states was encouraged by the 7th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1956. It is related to the reorganization of states.
  • The Governor should carry out his duties with the assistance and advice of the state's Council of Ministers, according to Article 163 of the Indian Constitution, unless he is required to do so at his discretion.
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