Arif Mohammad Khan has been appointed as the Governor of _____ in December 2024.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Arif Mohammad Khan has been appointed Governor of Bihar in December 2024.
President Draupadi Murmu announced the appointments and reshuffles of governors of several states on December 24, 2024, transferring Arif Mohammad Khan from Kerala to Bihar. He was sworn in as the 42nd Governor of Bihar on January 2, 2025.
Key facts about this appointment:
Transfer: Arif Mohammad Khan previously served as Governor of Kerala (2019-2024).
Assumption of Office: He succeeded Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, who was appointed as the new Governor of Kerala.
Swearing-in: He was administered the oath by Justice K. Vinod Chandran, Chief Justice of the Patna High Court.
Current Status (2026): According to recent reports from March 2026, Lieutenant General (Retired) Syed Ata Hasnain has been appointed the new Governor of Bihar, replacing Arif Mohammad Khan.