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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › List_of_current_IndianList of current Indian governors - Wikipedia

    In the Republic of India, according to the Article 154 of Constitution of India, a governor is the constitutional head of each of the twenty-eight states. The governor is appointed by the president of India for a term of five years, and holds office at the president's pleasure.

    State (past Governors)
    Name
    Took Office (tenure Length)
    Appointed By
    Andhra Pradesh (list)
    Syed Abdul Nazeer
    24 February 2023 (1 year, 210 days)
    Droupadi Murmu
    Arunachal Pradesh (list)
    Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik
    16 February 2023 (1 year, 218 days)
    Droupadi Murmu
    Assam (list)
    Lakshman Acharya
    30 July 2024 (53 days)
    Droupadi Murmu
    Bihar (list)
    Rajendra Arlekar
    17 February 2023 (1 year, 217 days)
    Droupadi Murmu

    See full list on en.wikipedia.org

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  3. www.nextias.com › blog › governor-of-stateGovernor of State – Appointment, Term, Powers & Discretion

    Apr 26, 2024 · Despite being only a nominal head of the Executive, the Governor of a State plays a significant role in the polity of a state through his/her diverse executive, legislative, and judicial powers. This article of NEXT IAS aims to study in detail the Governor of a State, related constitutional provisions, process of appointment, conditions of ...

  4. www.nextias.com › powers-and-functions-of-governorPowers and Functions of Governor - Next IAS

    May 8, 2024 · 23403. Powers and Functions of Governor. The office of the Governor of State has been envisaged by the Constitution of India as the chief executive head of a State.

  5. www.clearias.com › governor-of-statesGovernor of States (Article 152-162) - Clear IAS

    • 37 min
    • Article 153: Governors of States. There shall be a Governor for each State: Provided that nothing in this article shall prevent the appointment of the same person as Governor for two or more States.
    • Article 154: Executive power of State. (1) The executive power of the State shall be vested in the Governor and shall be exercised by him either directly or through officers subordinate to him in accordance with this Constitution.
    • Article 155: Appointment of Governor. The Governor of a State shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.
    • Article 156: Term of office of Governor. (1) The Governor shall hold office during the pleasure of the President. (2) The Governor may, by writing under his hand addressed to the President, resign his office.

  6. byjus.com › free-ias-prep › governorGovernor - Appointment, Term, Functions & Discretion - Indian ...

    Governor is the executive head of the state. Read about the governor's tenure in the state & his appointment. Also, read the powers and functions of the governor. Download the governor notes PDF. For UPSC 2024 preparation, follow BYJU'S.

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  7. www.elections.in › government › state-governorGovernor of India - Powers, Role, Salary, Eligibility and ...

    Dec 28, 2009 · The Governor is the nominal head of a state, while the Chief Minister is the executive head. All executive actions of the state are taken in the name of the Governor. However, in reality he merely gives his consent to the various executive actions. He or she is devoid of taking any major decisions.

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  9. upscpathshala.com › content › who-appoints-theWho Appoints the Governor of the State in India? Here’re Some ...

    Oct 17, 2020 · A governor of the state is appointed by the President of India for a term of five years. A governor is the head of the state and is appointed for each state. However, Article 153 of the Indian Constitution allows a person to head two or more states.