Who administers the oath of office and secrecy to the Governor of a State in…
2018
Who administers the oath of office and secrecy to the Governor of a State in India?
- A.
The President of India
- B.
The Vice President of India
- C.
The Chief Justice of the High Court of the State
- D.
The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of the State
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Correct answer: C
According to Article 159 of the Indian Constitution, the oath of office to the Governor is administered by the Chief Justice of the High Court exercising jurisdiction in relation to that State. In the absence of the Chief Justice, the senior-most judge of that High Court available performs this duty.
Important Distinction: While the Governor is appointed by the President of India (Article 155), the oath is administered at the state level by the Chief Justice of the High Court.