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Who nominates the President of India?
Who nominates the President of India?
The Central government
What is the role of the governor in converting bills into laws?
What is the role of the governor in converting bills into laws?
The governor gives assent to bills passed by the legislature.
When can the governor issue an ordinance?
When can the governor issue an ordinance?
When the legislature is not in session and there is an urgent need to make a law.
Under whose pleasure does the governor hold office?
Under whose pleasure does the governor hold office?
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What is the governor's authority regarding summoning the state legislature?
What is the governor's authority regarding summoning the state legislature?
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Study Notes
The Role of the Governor in Maharashtra
- The Governor of Maharashtra is nominated by the President of India.
- The Governor is the head of state, but their office is held during the pleasure of the President.
Legislative Powers of the Governor
- The Governor has the power to summon the session of the state legislature.
- The Governor can issue an ordinance when the need arises to make a law, even when the legislature is not in session.
- The Governor has the right to give assent to bills passed by the legislature, converting them into laws.
- However, the Governor can also withhold assent to bills, effectively rejecting them.
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Test your knowledge on the roles and powers of the State Governor and President in the Indian political system. Learn about their appointment process, functions, and relationship with the state legislature and central government.
