Question : A Governor shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, continue to hold office until ______________.
Option 1: the President’s consent
Option 2: the Legislative Secretary takes charge
Option 3: his/her successor enters his/her office
Option 4: he/she has aid and advice of the Chief minister
Correct Answer: his/her successor enters his/her office
Solution : The correct answer is his/her successor enters his/her office.
A governor can hold office beyond his term of five years until his successor assumes charge. The term of office of five years is subject to the pleasure of the President. Further, he can resign at any time by addressing a resignation letter to the President. The Constitution does not lay down the grounds upon which a governor may be removed by the President.
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Question : As per Article 361 of the Constitution of India, who among the following shall NOT be answerable to any court for the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of his/her office?
Option 1: Chief minister
Option 2: Secretary
Option 3: Prime minister
Option 4: Governor
Question : According to Article 361 of the Constitution of India, a criminal proceeding cannot be instituted in a court against the ______ during his term of office.
Option 1: Prime Minister
Option 2: Vice-President
Option 3: Governor
Option 4: Chief Minister
Question : Who takes the salute during the Republic Day parade at New Delhi?
Option 1: Governor
Option 2: President
Option 3: Chief Justice
Option 4: Prime Minister
Question : The President may resign from his office by writing under his hand addressed to the:
Option 1: Vice president
Option 2: Prime Minister of India
Option 3: Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Option 4: Chief Election Commissioner
Question : Which of the following is incorrect?
Option 1: A person of the age of 30 years can become the Governor
Option 2: The Governor is appointed by the President
Option 3: The Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President
Option 4: The Governor submits his resignation to the President
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