Consider the following statements: 1. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any court during his term of office. 2. The emoluments and allowances of the Governor of a State shall not be diminished during his term of office. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A1 only
- B2 only
- CBoth 1 and 2Correct
- DNeither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Let's examine the statements concerning the Governor of a State:
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No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any court during his term of office. This statement is correct. Article 361(2) of the Indian Constitution provides immunity to the President and Governors from criminal proceedings during their term of office. This means no court can order their arrest or imprisonment in criminal matters.
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The emoluments and allowances of the Governor of a State shall not be diminished during his term of office. This statement is also correct. Article 158(4) of the Indian Constitution states that "The emoluments and allowances of the Governor shall not be diminished during his term of office." This provision is crucial for ensuring the independence and dignity of the office, preventing the executive or legislature from using financial leverage against the Governor.
Both statements are correct.
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