SHORT ANSWER:
The powers and responsibilities of governors in Indian states are governed by Article 153 to Article 167 of the Constitution, while Union Territories are governed by specific provisions in the Government of Union Territories Act, 1963.
DETAILS:
- Article 153 mandates the appointment of a governor for each state.
- Article 154 gives the governor the executive power of the state.
- Article 161 allows the governor to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment.
- Union Territories may have a Lieutenant Governor or Administrator as per the Government of Union Territories Act, 1963.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Not applicable.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India / Government of Union Territories Act, 1963
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