Q. With reference to the powers/functions of the Governor of a state, consider the following statements:
1. S/he has the power to pardon a sentence inflicted by a Court Martial.
2. His/her recommendation is necessary for making a Demand for a Grant in the legislative assembly.
3. S/he can make advances out of the Consolidated Fund of the State without the authorization from the State legislative assembly.
How many of the above given statements are correct?
Exp) Option a is the correct answer.
Statement 1 is incorrect: Although the President can pardon sentences inflicted by court martial (military courts), the governor cannot.
Statement 2 is correct: The financial powers and functions of the Governor are:
- Money bills can be introduced in the state legislature only with his prior recommendation.
- No demand for a grant can be made except on his recommendation.
- He constitutes a finance commission after every five years.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The Governor can make advances out of the Contingency Fund of the state to meet any unforeseen expenditure.mNo amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of the State without the authorization from the State legislative assembly
| Important Tips The judicial powers and functions of the Governor are: 1. He can grant pardons, reprives, respites and remissions of punishment or suspend, remit and commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence against any law relating to a matter to which the executive power of the state extends. 2. He is consulted by the President while appointing the judges of the concerned state high court. 3. He makes appointments, postings and promotions of the district judges in consultation with the state high court. 4. He also appoints persons to the judicial service of the state (other than district judges) in consultation with the state high court and the State Public Service Commission. |
