PGLAW 2014 Panjab University Entrance Exam With Answers

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Which One Of The Following Statement Is Correct ?

A: In India, the same person cannot be appointed as governor for two or more states at the same time.
B: The Judges of the High Court of the States in india are appointed by the governor of the state just as the Judge of the Supreme Court are appointed by the President.
C: No procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of the Governor from his/ her post.
D: In the case of a Union Territory having a legislative set-up, the chief Minister is appointed by the Lt. Governor on the basis of majority support.

The answer is: C

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Explanation

The correct statement is C: No procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of the Governor from his/ her post.

A: This statement is incorrect. As per Article 155 of the Constitution of India, the same person can be appointed as Governor for two or more states at the same time.

B: This statement is partially correct. The Judges of the High Court are appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Chief Justice of India and the Governor of the concerned state.

D: This statement is also incorrect. In the case of a Union Territory having a legislative setup, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor on the advice of the Council of Ministers.