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SHORT ANSWER: The powers and responsibilities of the Governor are outlined in Articles 153 to 167 of the Indian Constitution. DETAILS: - Article 153: Provides for the appointment of a Governor for each state. - Article 154: States that the Governor shall exercise executive powers on the advice of the Council of Ministers. - Article 155: Relates to the appointment of the Governor by the President. - Article 156: Discusses the term of office of the Governor. - Article 157: Specifies the qualifications for appointment as Governor. - Article 158: Details the conditions under which the Governor can be removed. - Article 159: Discusses the Governor's oath of office. - Article 160: Allows the Governor to appoint an acting Governor. - Article 161: Empowers the Governor to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment. - Article 162: States that the Governor can legislate on matters in the State List when the state legislature is not in session. - Article 163: Discusses the Council of Ministers and the Governor's role in it. - Article 164: Relates to the appointment of Ministers by the Governor. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - None specified directly in these articles. SOURCE: - The Constitution of India
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