SHORT ANSWER:
The powers and responsibilities of governors in relation to legislative assembly proceedings are defined under Article 153 to Article 167 of the Constitution of India.
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: Allows the Governor to hold office during the pleasure of the President.
- Article 159: Discusses the Governor's oath of office.
- Article 160: Provides for the discharge of the functions of the Governor.
- Article 161: Empowers the Governor to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment.
- Article 162: States that the Governor can make laws for the state in certain matters.
- Article 163: Discusses the council of ministers and the Governor's role in advising.
- Article 164: Relates to the appointment of the Chief Minister and other ministers.
- Article 166: Discusses the conduct of business of the government of the state.
- Article 167: Specifies the duties of the Chief Minister regarding the Governor.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- None specified directly in these articles; however, failure to comply with constitutional provisions may lead to legal challenges.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
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