The President is elected by an electoral college, while the Governor is _______.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Appointed by the President.
• The Governor of a State is appointed by the President of India under Article 155 of the Constitution.
• The Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President as per Article 156.
Information Booster:
• The President is elected under Article 54 by an electoral college.
• The Governor is the constitutional head of the State.
• The system ensures Centre–State coordination.
• This provision has existed since the Constitution came into force in 1950.
Additional Knowledge:
• One person can be appointed Governor of more than one State.
• The Sarkaria Commission (1988) discussed the role of Governors.