Question

Identify the legislative powers of the Governor.

• A. Can summon and prorogue the legislature.
• B. Can appoint a replacement for the Speaker in his absence.
• C. Can appoint and promote the District Judges in the state.
• D. Money bills can be introduced only with his prior recommendation.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A Can summon and prorogue the legislature.
B Can appoint a replacement for the Speaker in his absence.

Following are the legislative powers of a Governor:

1. Right to summon and prorogue the legislature.
2. Can appoint a replacement for the Speaker in his absence.
3. Addresses the state legislature at the first session.
4. Appoints 1/6 of the members of the State Legislative Council.
5. A bill passed by the state legislature becomes a law only after his signature.

Appointment and promotion of District Judges come under his Judicial powers. He also executes financial powers.