SHORT ANSWER:
The powers and responsibilities of governors are outlined in Articles 153 to 167 of the Indian Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 153: Governor is the constitutional head of the state.
- Article 154: Governor has the executive power of the state.
- Article 155: Governor appoints the Chief Minister and other ministers.
- Article 156: Governor can appoint a person as Chief Minister if no party has a clear majority.
- Article 157: Governor must be an Indian citizen and at least 35 years old.
- Article 158: Governor can be removed by the President.
- Article 159: Governor must act according to the advice of the council of ministers.
- Article 160: Governor can exercise functions in certain situations as per the President's direction.
- Article 161: Governor has the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment.
- Article 162: Governor can legislate on matters in the State List when the assembly is not in session.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- None specified for the powers of the governor.
SOURCE:
- The Constitution of India
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