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SHORT ANSWER: Articles 153 to 162 of the Indian Constitution outline the powers and responsibilities of governors in states. DETAILS: - Article 153: Provides for the appointment of a governor for each state. - Article 154: States that the governor shall act as the executive head of the state. - Article 155: Details the appointment of the governor by the President of India. - Article 156: Discusses the term of office of the governor and conditions for removal. - Article 157: Specifies the qualifications required for a person to be appointed as governor. - Article 158: Outlines the conditions under which the governor can act. - Article 159: States that the governor shall act according to the advice of the council of ministers. - Article 160: Provides for the appointment of an acting governor. - Article 161: Grants the governor the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment. - Article 162: Empowers the governor to legislate on matters in the state list when the state legislature is not in session. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - None specified directly in these articles, but improper actions by a governor can lead to political consequences. SOURCE: - Constitution of India