SHORT ANSWER:
A person with a criminal record cannot be appointed as a state governor in India if they are convicted of a serious offense.
DETAILS:
- According to Article 157 of the Indian Constitution, a person who is disqualified under any law for the time being in force from holding office as a member of the legislature is also disqualified from being appointed as a governor.
- A conviction for an offense involving moral turpitude can lead to disqualification.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a person is convicted and sentenced to imprisonment for more than two years, they are disqualified from holding public office.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 157
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