Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) Article 158.
- Article 158 of the Indian Constitution specifies conditions for the office of the Governor.
- Article 158: Establishes various provisions related to the Governor’s office, including emoluments, allowances, and the Governor’s eligibility criteria.
- Article 158(3A): This clause addresses cases where one Governor serves multiple states, allowing the President to determine the distribution of related expenses among the states.
Other Options:
- Article 160: Deals with the President’s power to make provisions for the discharge of the Governor's functions in certain circumstances, such as temporary vacancies.
- Article 155: Refers to the appointment of Governors by the President.
- Article 157: Sets forth the qualifications required to be appointed as Governor.
Information Booster:
Article | Subject |
|---|---|
Article 153 | There shall be a Governor for each State. |
Article 154 | Executive power of the State shall be vested in the Governor. |
Article 155 | Appointment of the Governor by the President. |
Article 156 | Term of office: 5 years (but holds office at the pleasure of the President). |
Article 157 | Qualifications: Must be a citizen of India and at least 35 years of age. |
Article 158 | Conditions of office: Cannot be a member of Parliament/State Legislature; shall not hold any other office of profit. |
Article 159 | Oath administered by the Chief Justice of the High Court or the senior-most judge. |
Article 160 | President may make provisions as necessary for the discharge of Governor’s functions in contingencies. |
Article 161 | Governor has the power to grant pardons, reprieves, etc. for offences under state laws. |
Article 163 | Governor to act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers except in discretionary matters. |
Article 164 | Governor appoints the Chief Minister and other ministers. |
Article 200 | Governor can assent, withhold, or reserve a bill for President’s consideration. |
Article 213 | Governor can promulgate ordinances during recess of State Legislature. |