SHORT ANSWER:
The relationship and powers of the Governor and Chief Minister are defined in Articles 153 to 167 of the Indian Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 153: Provides for the appointment of a Governor for each state.
- Article 154: States that the Governor shall exercise his functions on the advice of the Council of Ministers, headed by the Chief Minister.
- 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: Details the conditions under which the Governor can resign.
- Article 159: Discusses the Governor's oath of office.
- Article 160: Provides for the discharge of the functions of the Governor in certain situations.
- Article 161: Grants the Governor the power to grant pardons.
- Article 162: States that the Governor can make laws for the state on matters in the Concurrent List.
- 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.
- Article 165: Provides for the Governor's power to appoint a Advocate General for the state.
- Article 166: Discusses the conduct of business of the Government of the State.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- None specified directly in these articles.
SOURCE:
- The Constitution of India
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