_______ is called as “His Superfluous Highness“.
A.
The President
B.
Vice-President
C.
Governor
D.
Speaker
Explanation
The Governor is referred to as “His Superfluous Highness”, a phrase used critically to highlight the limited real powers of the post. Governors act as nominal heads under Articles 153–162 and usually function on the advice of the Council of Ministers. The term reflects debates on Centre-State relations.
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Executive power of the state is vested in the Governor under which Article?
A.
156
B.
155
C.
154
D.
153
Explanation
Article 154 vests executive power of the state in the Governor. He exercises it directly or through officers subordinate to him. In practice, these powers are exercised on the advice of the Council of Ministers. This reflects the parliamentary system at the state level. Other articles relate to appointment and tenure.
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A bill of a State Legislature becomes an Act when
A.
Speaker signs it
B.
Governor signs it
C.
Chief Minister signs it
D.
Minister signs it
Explanation
A bill passed by a State Legislature becomes law only after receiving the Governor’s assent under Article 200. The Governor may also reserve the bill for the President’s consideration. This process ensures constitutional scrutiny of state laws. Other authorities do not have final assent power.
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