Consider the following statements:
- No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any court during his term of office.
- The emoluments and allowances of the Governor of a State shall not be diminished during his term of office.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 3 — Both 1 and 2
Both statements regarding the constitutional provisions for the Governor of a State are correct. Article 361 provides immunity to the Governor from criminal proceedings during their term of office, while Article 158 ensures that their emoluments and allowances cannot be diminished during their tenure.
✅ Statement 1 – Correct: Article 361 grants immunity to the Governor from criminal proceedings in any court during their term of office, though civil proceedings may be instituted with two months' prior notice.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: Article 158 mandates that the emoluments and allowances of the Governor shall not be diminished during their term of office, ensuring financial independence.
📝 Short Notes: Constitutional Provisions for Governor
| Article | Provision | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Article 153 | Governor of States | There shall be a Governor for each State. One person can be appointed as Governor for two or more States. |
| Article 154 | Executive Power | Executive power of the State is vested in the Governor and is exercised by him either directly or through officers subordinate to him. |
| Article 158 | Conditions of Office | Governor shall not be a member of Parliament or State Legislature. Emoluments and allowances cannot be diminished during term of office. |
| Article 361 | Immunity | Governor is not answerable to any court for exercise of powers and duties. Immune from criminal proceedings during term. Civil proceedings allowed with 2 months' notice. |
| Article 155 | Appointment | Governor is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal. |
| Article 156 | Term of Office | Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President for a term of 5 years, but may continue until successor assumes office. |
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