Article 159
- July 22, 2020
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
- Category: DPN Topics
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Subject: Polity
Context:
Tussle between Governor and Chief Minister in West Bengal shed light on constitutional provisions of State government
Concept:
- It provides that every person appointed a Governor or required to discharge the functions of a Governor, before taking charge of the office, shall take an oath or make an affirmation of office.
- The article also contains the form of the oath according to which the Governor undertakes to “preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law”.
- Provisions of the Constitution inter alia require the Governor to discharge his functions with the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers except in matters specifically mentioned for being handled in his discretion.