With reference to the legislative powers of the Governor in India, consider the following statements: 1. The Governor can reserve a bill for the consideration of the President if it endangers the position of the State High Court. 2. The Governor is empowered to nominate one-sixth of the members of the State Legislative Assembly from among persons with expertise in cooperative movements and social service. 3. The Governor can promulgate ordinances when the State Legislature is not in session, which must be approved within six weeks of reassembly. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

The Governor must reserve a bill for the President’s consideration if it endangers the position of the High Court.
The Governor nominates one-sixth of the members of the State Legislative Council (not Assembly) with special knowledge in fields like science, literature, etc.
The Governor can promulgate ordinances when the legislature is not in session; they must be approved within six weeks of reassembly.

Source: Laxmikant (Polity)