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SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 29

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 25 June 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q29

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The Governor’s emoluments are decided by the:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Parliament .

  • The Governor’s emoluments are decided by the Parliament 
  • The Governor serves as the constitutional or nominal head of a state and also acts as the representative of the central government, since each state's Governor is appointed by the Union Government.
  • Part VI of the Indian Constitution outlines provisions related to state Governors. Unlike the President of India, the Governor is not elected directly by the public or indirectly by an electoral college. Instead, the appointment is made by the Centre. 
  • The Governor is entitled to receive emoluments, allowances, and privileges as prescribed by Parliament. The roles, responsibilities, and authority of a Governor are primarily defined in Articles 153 to 162 of the Constitution of India.