As per the Constitution of India, every Governor, before entering upon his office, will make and subscribe an oath in the presence of the ________.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Chief Justice of the High Court.
As per Article 159 of the Constitution of India, every Governor, before entering upon his office, is required to make and subscribe an oath or affirmation in the presence of the Chief Justice of the High Court of the state concerned. If the Chief Justice is unavailable, the oath may be administered by the senior-most judge of that High Court available. The oath affirms the Governor’s commitment to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and to faithfully discharge the duties of the office. This procedure ensures the constitutional and legal accountability of the Governor before assuming responsibilities.