Article 156 of the Constitution of India provides for the removal of the governor. Which of the following is/are true?

1. No Governor can be removed from office till the completion of his term.

2. No Governor can continue in office beyond a period of five years.

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1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B
2 only

The term of governor's office is normally 5 years but it can be terminated earlier by dismissal by the president ( usually on the advice of the prime minister of the country) at whose pleasure the governor holds office or upon the resignation by the governor

Article156(4) Provided that a Governor shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his office.

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Article 156 of the Constitution of India provides for the removal of the governor. Which of the following is/are true? 1. No Governor can be removed from office till the completion of his term. 2. No Governor can continue in office beyond a period of five years. Codes

Article 156 of the Constitution of India provides for the removal of the governor. Which of the following is/are true?

1. No Governor can be removed from office till the completion of his term.

2. No Governor can continue in office beyond a period of five years.

Codes