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UPSC Governor PYQ with Answers

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  1. Q1 2025 Prelims GS

    Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres, the Governor of a State acts as per his/her own discretion. II. The President of India can, of his/her own, reserve a bill passed by a State Legislature for his/her consideration, even if it has not been forwarded by the Governor of the State concerned. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    1. Only I✓
    2. Only II
    3. I and II both
    4. Neither I nor II
    Answer explanation

    Only I Article 163 of the Constitution explicitly provides that the Governor shall act in certain matters in his/her own discretion, making Statement I correct.…

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  2. Q2 2025 Prelims GS

    With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements: I. A Governor of a State is not answerable to any court for the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of his/her office. II. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted or continued against the Governor during his/her term of office. III. No Member of a State Legislature is liable to any proceedings in any court for anything said in the House. Which of the statements given above are correct?

    1. I and II only
    2. II and III only
    3. I and III only
    4. I, II and III✓
    Answer explanation

    I, II and III Article 361 provides Governors immunity from court proceedings for the exercise of powers and duties of office (I) and protection from criminal proceedings during their term (II).…

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