Question
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
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 nd 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer:
B
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Explanation:
1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the President's rule: The Governor can send a report to the President recommending the imposition of President's rule in the state if the constitutional machinery in the state has failed. This is covered under Article 356 of the Constitution.
2. Appointing the Ministers: The Governor appoints the Chief Minister and other ministers in the state on the advice of the Chief Minister. This is not a discretionary power but a constitutional obligation.
3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India: The Governor can reserve certain bills passed by the State Legislature for the consideration of the President of India. This usually happens when a bill passed by the state legislature relates to a matter in the Concurrent List or is against the provisions of the Constitution. This is covered under Article 200 of the Constitution.
4. Making rules to conduct the business of the State Government: The Governor have the power to make rules to conduct the business of the State Government. However, this is not a discretionary power.