Q. Which of the following statements is/are incorrect regarding the Governor of a state?
1. The emoluments, allowances and privileges of Governor are determined by the State Legislature.
2. His oath is administered by the President.
3. A governor can function as a member of the state legislature while discharging his duties as governor.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer: D
Notes:
Exp) Option d is the correct answer.
Statement 1 is incorrect. The emoluments, allowances and privileges of Governor is determined by Parliament. However when he appointed as governor of 2 or more states, then the emoluments and allowances are determine by the President.
Statement 2 is incorrect. His oath is administered by chief justice of concerned state high court and in his absence, the senior most judge of supreme court.
Statement 3 is incorrect. While discharging the duties as governor, a person can’t function as a member of either house of Parliament or the house of the state legislature.
