Q. With reference to the constitutional provisions regarding the relationship between the Governor and the Chief Minister, consider the following statements:
1.Article 163 provides that the Governor shall act on the advice of the Council of Ministers except in matters where he is required to act in his discretion.
2.As per Article 164, the ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the Governor.
3.Article 167 empowers the Chief Minister to summon and prorogue the sessions of the State Legislature.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Article 163 states that the Governor acts on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers except in matters where he is to act in his discretion.
  • Article 164 mentions that ministers hold office during the pleasure of the Governor.
  • The Governor, not the Chief Minister, has the constitutional power to summon and prorogue sessions of the State Legislature (though the Chief Minister advises him).

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