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My powers mirror those of the President, but at the state level. I am appointed by the President.

Within my state, I am the ceremonial head. I am called the 'First Citizen' of the state. I appoint the Chairman and the members of the State Public Service Commission.

Who am I?

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Mayor
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Governor
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Chief Minister
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Chief Justice of High Court
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Solution

The correct option is B Governor
Candidates for state services are recruited by the Public Service Commission (PSC) of the states. The Governor of the particular state appoints the Chairman and the members of the State Public Service Commission. The Governor is empowered to determine the number of members as well as staff of the Commission and their conditions of service.

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