Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State? 1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the Presidents rule 2. Appointing the Ministers 3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for

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Q: 60 (IAS/2014)

Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?
1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the President’s rule
2. Appointing the Ministers
3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India
4. Making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government
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IAS

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The discretionary powers of the Governor of a State include:

1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing President’s rule: If the Governor is satisfied that the State cannot be governed in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution, the Governor may submit a report to the President, recommending the imposition of President`s Rule in the State.

3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India: The Governor may reserve certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India. The President may assent to the bill, withhold his assent or return the bill for reconsideration.

The appointment of ministers and making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government are not discretionary powers of the Governor but rather a part of their constitutional duties.