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The governor of a state is appointed by _________


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The governor of the state is appointed by the President of the country. Let us know more about governed in this article.

Who is a governor?

Governor is a nominal executive head of the state. He forms a vital part of the state executive where he acts as the chief executive head. The Central Government nominates the governor for each and every state.

Qualifications to become a Governer

  • He should be an Indian Citizen
  • He should be around the age of 35 years old or more

How is the Governor appointed?

  • The Indian President appoints Governor for each every state by warrant totally under his hand and seal.

  • Central Government takes the responsibility to nominate the governor for each state.

  • There is no direct or indirect election for the post of Governor just like president.

  • The office of a governor does not come under a part of the union executive and it acts as an independent constitutional office.

  • The governor does not serve the union government and neither is subordinate to it.


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