SHORT ANSWER:
The Governor of a state in India has various powers and responsibilities as per the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Appoints the Chief Minister and other ministers.
- Summons and prorogues the state legislature.
- Gives assent to bills passed by the legislature.
- Can dissolve the Legislative Assembly.
- Oversees the administration of the state.
- Has the power to grant pardons under Article 161.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- N/A
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 153 to 167
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