SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 42

SSC CHSL - 10 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q42

In May 2022, President Ram Nath Kovind appointed ____________ as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Vinai Kumar Saxena.

In May 2022, President Ram Nath Kovind appointed Vinai Kumar Saxena as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi. He succeeded Anil Baijal, who resigned citing personal reasons after serving for over five years. V.K. Saxena was previously the Chairman of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC). Known for his administrative experience and efforts in promoting rural industries, his appointment was seen as a strategic move to improve governance in the national capital. As Lieutenant Governor, Saxena plays a vital role in Delhi's administration, especially in areas like law and order, land, and public services, which fall under the central government's jurisdiction. His leadership marked a shift in Delhi’s governance dynamics, especially in coordination with the elected state government.