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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 40

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 (Set 1) • General Awareness • Q40

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Which is not the correct statement about the governor?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. He has the power to grant pardons, reprieves, and forgives the death penalty of a person.

According to Article 72, the president has the power to grant pardons, reprieves, and forgives the death penalty of a person.

Some facts about the Governor:

  • The head of the state executive is the governor.
  • They appoint the Chief Minister and other members of the Council of Ministers.
  • The governor can dismiss a government if it loses the confidence of the legislature.
  • The state legislature's sessions are called to order and prorogued by the governor.
  • The governor may pardon, reprieve, respite, or remit punishment; he may also suspend, remit, or commute the sentence of any person found guilty of any crime against any law pertaining to subjects under the state's executive authority.
  • The governor can recommend the imposition of President's Rule in the state under specific circumstances where the constitutional machinery in the state breaks down.