OATH OF GOVERNOR
- October 14, 2020
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
- Category: DPN Topics
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Subject: Polity
Context: After recent controversy between Maharashtra CM and Governor , the oath of office of governor has gained importance.
Concept :
- Article 159 of Indian Constitution mentions about the Oath or Affirmation by the governor.
- The oath of office to the governor is administered by the chief justice of the concerned state high court and in his absence , the senior most judge of that court available.
- Governor swears to,
a) to faithfully execute the office
b) to preserve , protect and defend the constitution and the law; and
c) to devote himself to the service and well being of the people of the state.