In which of the following instances can the Governor use his discretionary powers?

While appointing the Chief Minister

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While dissolving the assembly

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While granting pardon to the criminals

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While appointing the chairman of Public Service Commission

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Solution

The correct option is A While appointing the Chief Minister
Post elections to the state legislative assembly, the Governor usually invites the party (or coalition) with a majority of seats to form the government. The Governor appoints and swears in the Chief Minister, whose council of ministers are collectively responsible to the assembly.

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