New Governor of Chhattisgarh | 29 Jul 2024

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.