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According to the Constitution, who aids and advises the Governor in the exercise of his functions, except when the Governor is required to exercise his functions in his discretion?
According to the Constitution, who aids and advises the Governor in the exercise of his functions, except when the Governor is required to exercise his functions in his discretion?
- The Council of Ministers (correct)
- The President
- The Chief Minister
- The Prime Minister
In matters relating to law and order in Nagaland, can the Governor exercise his individual judgement without consulting the Council of Ministers?
In matters relating to law and order in Nagaland, can the Governor exercise his individual judgement without consulting the Council of Ministers?
- Only if the President allows him to do so
- Only if the Chief Minister allows him to do so
- Yes, he can exercise his individual judgement (correct)
- No, he cannot exercise his individual judgement
Under which article of the Constitution does the Governor of Nagaland have special responsibility with respect to law and order?
Under which article of the Constitution does the Governor of Nagaland have special responsibility with respect to law and order?
- Article 371H
- Article 356
- Article 370
- Article 371A (correct)
Which state has a special provision under Article 371H of the Constitution with respect to law and order?
Which state has a special provision under Article 371H of the Constitution with respect to law and order?
Can the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh exercise his individual judgement in matters relating to law and order without consulting the Council of Ministers?
Can the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh exercise his individual judgement in matters relating to law and order without consulting the Council of Ministers?
Study Notes
Governor's Functions
- The Governor is aided and advised by the Council of Ministers in the exercise of his functions, except when required to exercise discretion.
Exception for Nagaland
- In matters of law and order, the Governor of Nagaland can exercise individual judgement without consulting the Council of Ministers.
Constitutional Provision
- The Governor of Nagaland has special responsibility with respect to law and order under Article 371A of the Constitution.
Special Provisions
- Nagaland has a special provision under Article 371A of the Constitution with respect to law and order.
Arunachal Pradesh
- Unlike Nagaland, the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh cannot exercise individual judgement in matters of law and order without consulting the Council of Ministers.
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Test your knowledge of the Council of Ministers and the role of the Chief Minister in Nagaland's governance! Learn about the Governor's special responsibility under Article 371 A and their role in maintaining law and order.
