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  1. Sep 6, 2022 · In the United States, a governor is the chief executive officer of a state government and controls the day-to-day governmental business.

  2. Dec 28, 2009 · Governor of India - Know about his role, powers, functions, eligibility criteria, salary, selection procedure, term, interesting facts and list of Governors of Indian states from 1947 to present.

  3. Governor is a titular head or constitutional head and at the same time, he is the agent of the centre as the union government nominates Governor in each state. This duality of roles has always been in the news and is important for IAS Exam. Why is the topic Governor important for UPSC Exam?

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  4. A governor acts as the constitutional head and takes all their decisions based on the advice of chief minister and their council of ministers. [1] In India, a lieutenant governor (LG) or administrator is a constitutional head of one the eight union territories.

  5. Jun 20, 2023 · The Governor is the constitutional head of a state appointed by the President of India for five years. Just so you remember! President of India= Governor of a state & Prime Minister of India= Chief Minister of a state. Moving on towards the powers of the Governors.

  6. May 8, 2024 · A Governor possesses Executive, Legislative, Financial, and Judicial powers that are more or less analogous to those of the President of India. However, unlike the President, the Governor does not hold Diplomatic, Military, or Emergency powers.

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  8. Jul 31, 2023 · Test Series. The state executive comprises of the Governor, the Chief Minister, the Council of Ministers, and the Advocate-General of the State. As the head of the state government, similar to the President at the center, the Governor's role is defined in Articles 153-167 of the Indian Constitution. The Governor's role is dual in nature.