Chhattisgarh
New Governor of Chhattisgarh
- 29 Jul 2024
- 1 min read
Why in News?
Recently, President Droupadi Murmu appointed new Governors for ten states, including Chhattisgarh.
- Ramen Deka, former Lok Sabha member from Assam has been appointed as the new Governor of Chhattisgarh.
Key Points
- He succeeds incumbent governor Bishwabhushan Harichandan, who was appointed in February 2023.
- Governor:
- The appointment and powers of government can be derived from Part VI of the Indian constitution.
- Article 153 says that there shall be a Governor for each State. One person can be appointed as Governor for two or more States.
- The governor acts in 'Dual Capacity' as the Constitutional head of the state and as the representative.
- He is part of the federal system of Indian polity and acts as a bridge between union and state governments.
- Article 157 and Article 158 of the Constitution of India specify eligibility requirements for the post of governor.
