Question

The governor of the State is appointed by which article of the Constitution :

• A. Article 153
• B. Article 156
• C. Article 158
• D. Article 163

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Article 156

• Article 156 of the Indian Constitution deals with the Term of office of Governor.

It also states that:

• The Governor shall hold office during the pleasure of the President.
• The Governor may, by writing under his hand addressed to the President, resign his office.
• Subject to the foregoing provisions of this article, a Governor shall hold for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
• Provided that a Governor shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his office.