SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor of a state is empowered by Articles 153 to 167 of the Constitution of India.
DETAILS:
- Article 153: Provides for the appointment of a Governor for each state.
- Article 154: States that the executive power of the state is vested in the Governor.
- Article 155: Deals with the appointment of the Governor by the President.
- Article 161: Empowers the Governor to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment.
- Article 166: Outlines the manner in which the Governor can exercise executive powers.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Not applicable.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
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