Consider the following statements: 1. A governor holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters his office. 2. The term of five years is subject to the pleasure of the President. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements:
1.A governor holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters his office.
2.The term of five years is subject to the pleasure of the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: A governor holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters his office.

However, this term of five years is subject to the pleasure of the President. Further, he can resign at any time by addressing a resignation letter to the President.

Source: Laxmikanth’s Polity

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