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SHORT ANSWER: The powers of the Governor in India are governed by Articles 153 to 167 of the Constitution. DETAILS: - Article 153: Provides for the appointment of a Governor for each state. - Article 154: States that the Governor shall act on the advice of the Council of Ministers. - Article 155: Deals with the appointment of the Governor by the President. - Article 161: Allows the Governor to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment. - Supreme Court rulings have clarified the discretionary powers of the Governor, especially in cases like "Shivraj Singh Chouhan vs. Speaker, Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly" (2020), emphasizing that the Governor must act according to the Constitution and not arbitrarily. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Misuse of powers by the Governor can lead to judicial review by the Supreme Court. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Articles 153 to 167.
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