Consider the below statements:
1. Governor is the state’s constitutional head.
2. He acts solely on Council’s advice.
3. Which of the above statements hold true regarding Governor’s executive powers?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Only 1.
• The Governor is indeed the constitutional head of the state (Article 153), but he does not act solely on the advice of the Council of Ministers, as he also has discretionary powers.
Information Booster:
• Governor’s powers derived from Articles 153–162.
• He acts on ministerial advice under Article 163, except in discretionary matters.
• Discretionary powers include reserving bills for President’s assent, and appointing Chief Ministers in case of a hung assembly.
• The Governor represents the Union Government at the state level.
• Appointed by the President of India for a five-year term.
Additional Knowledge:
• Governor takes oath under Article 159.
• He can recommend President’s Rule (Article 356).
• First female Governor of India: Sarojini Naidu (Uttar Pradesh).
• Dual role: Nominal head of state and agent of the Centre.