Which of the following are discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?
- Sending a report to the President of India for imposing President's rule
- Appointing the Ministers
- Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India
- Making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Detailed Explanation:
✅ Statement 1 – Correct: Under Article 356, the Governor has discretionary power to send a report to the President recommending President's Rule if constitutional machinery in the state has failed.
❌ Statement 2 – Incorrect: The Governor appoints Ministers on the advice of the Chief Minister under Article 164; this is not a discretionary power but a constitutional obligation.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: Under Article 200, the Governor has discretionary power to reserve bills passed by the State Legislature for the President's consideration, especially bills affecting High Court powers or repugnant to Central laws.
❌ Statement 4 – Incorrect: Under Article 166, rules for conducting State Government business are made by the Governor on the advice of the Council of Ministers, not at discretion.
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