Which one of the following statements is correct?
Detailed Explanation:
❌ Statement 1 – Incorrect: The 7th Constitutional Amendment (1956) permits the appointment of the same person as Governor for two or more States simultaneously.
❌ Statement 2 – Incorrect: Judges of High Courts are appointed by the President of India (after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, Governor, and Chief Justice of the concerned High Court), not by the Governor.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: The Constitution does not prescribe any specific procedure for removal of a Governor; Article 156 states that the Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President.
❌ Statement 4 – Incorrect: In Union Territories with legislative assemblies (Delhi, Puducherry), the Chief Minister is appointed by the President, not the Lieutenant Governor.
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