SHORT ANSWER:
The powers and responsibilities of the central government in appointing state governors are defined under Article 153 of the Constitution of India.
DETAILS:
- Article 153 states that there shall be a Governor for each state, appointed by the President of India.
- The Governor acts as the representative of the President in the state.
- The appointment is made on the advice of the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment is mentioned for the appointment process itself.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 153
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