Consider the following statements:

1. The Governor has both constitutional and discretionary powers in a state.

2. The Governor can act at their discretion in certain cases, such as recommending President’s Rule under Article 356 and reserving bills for the President’s consideration.

3. In Sixth Schedule areas, the Governor has special powers, including modifying laws and overseeing Autonomous District Councils.

Which of the following is correct?

The correct answer is Option 3.

Key Points

• Statement 1 is correct because the Governor has both constitutional and discretionary powers under various articles.
• Statement 2 explains how the Governor’s discretionary powers work in practice, such as when recommending President’s Rule (Article 356) or reserving state bills for the President. Hence, Statement 2 is correct 
• Statement 3 highlights the Governor’s special role in Sixth Schedule areas, where they have legislative and administrative control over tribal regions. Hence, Statement 3 is correct .
• Hence, Statement 1 is correct, and Statements 2 and 3 explain it correctly.