SHORT ANSWER:
The primary constitutional articles that define the powers and responsibilities of the governor are Articles 153 to 167.
DETAILS:
- Article 153: Provides for the appointment of a governor for each state.
- Article 154: States that the governor shall exercise the executive power of the state.
- 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 the governor.
- Article 158: Covers the conditions of the governor's office.
- Article 159: Discusses the governor's oath of office.
- Article 160: Allows for the appointment of an acting governor.
- Article 161: Empowers the governor to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment.
- Article 162: States that the governor can make regulations for the administration of tribal areas.
- Article 163: Discusses the council of ministers to aid and advise the governor.
- Article 164: Relates to the appointment of the chief minister and other ministers.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment mentioned for the governor's powers; however, misuse of power can lead to constitutional challenges.
SOURCE:
- The Constitution of India
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