CDS 2026 (I) General Knowledge, question 98

Topic: Polity and governance

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Q98

Consider the following statements about the powers of the Governor of a State :

  1. The Governor has the power to appoint the Advocate-General.

  2. Advocate-General holds office during the pleasure of the Governor.

  3. The members of the State Public Service Commission are appointed by the Governor.

  4. The members of the State Public Service Commission can be removed by the President of India on the report of the Governor.

Which of the statements given above are correct ?

  1. (a) 1, 2, 3 and 4
  2. (b) 1, 3 and 4 only
  3. (c) 2 and 4 only
  4. (d) 1, 2 and 3 onlyCorrect answer

Solution.

Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3 only

  1. Articles 165 and 316 support statements 1–3.
  2. Under Article 317, removal for misbehaviour requires a Supreme Court inquiry on the President’s reference; a Governor’s report is not sufficient.