SHORT ANSWER:
The powers of the Governor are primarily delineated 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 act as the executive head of the state.
- Article 155: Discusses the appointment of the Governor by the President.
- Article 156: Covers the term of office of the Governor.
- Article 157: Specifies the qualifications required for a Governor.
- Article 158: Discusses the conditions under which a Governor can be removed.
- Article 159: Allows the Governor to take an oath of office.
- Article 160: Provides for the appointment of an acting Governor.
- Article 161: Grants the Governor the power to grant pardons.
- Article 162: Allows the Governor to legislate on matters in the state list during a state of emergency.
- Article 163: Discusses the Governor's role in advising the council of ministers.
- Article 164: Covers the appointment of the Chief Minister and other ministers.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- None specified for the powers of the Governor.
SOURCE:
- The Constitution of India
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