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    On 16 February 2023, who was sworn in as the new Governor of Sikkim at Raj Bhawan, Gangtok?
    Question

    On 16 February 2023, who was sworn in as the new Governor of Sikkim at Raj Bhawan, Gangtok?

    A.

    Pawan Chamling

    B.

    Shriniwas Dadasaheb Patil

    C.

    Lakshman Prasad Acharya

    D.

    Ganga Prasad

    Correct option is C

    The Correct Answer is C: Lakshman Prasad Acharya

    Explanation

    Lakshman Prasad Acharya became the Governor of Sikkim on 16 February 2023, taking oath at Raj Bhawan, Gangtok. The Governor acts as the ceremonial head of the state, representing the President of India, and is appointed under Article 155 of the Constitution.

    Key Points

    Fact
    Details
    New Governor
    Lakshman Prasad Acharya
    Sworn in on
    16 February 2023
    Location
    Raj Bhawan, Gangtok
    Appointed by
    President of India (Article 155)
    Governor’s Role
    Constitutional head of the state
    Term of Office
    Serves at the pleasure of the President (Article 156)

    Additional Information

    • Ganga Prasad served as the Governor of Sikkim from 2018 to 2023.
    • Shriniwas Dadasaheb Patil was the Governor of Sikkim from 2013 to 2018.
    • Pawan Chamling was not a Governor but the former Chief Minister of Sikkim.

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