Q. Consider the following statements:
1. A governor holds office for a fixed term of five years, subject to the pleasure of the President of India.
2.The President has the authority to transfer a governor to another state for the remainder of his term.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation:
- According to the Constitution of India, a governor’s term is of five years, but it is “subject to the pleasure of the President.”
- The President has the power to transfer a governor from one state to another state, and the governor may serve in the new state for the remainder of his term.
