Question

Two statements are given. Choose the correct option based on the statements: Statements:
1. A Governor of a State is appointed by the Prime Minister of India by warrant under his hand and seal
2. A Governor of a State in India must have completed 60 years of age

• A. Only (1) is true
• B. Only (2) is true
• C. Both (1) and (2) are true
• D. Both (1) and (2) are false

Hint:

Governors are appointed by the President on the advice of the Union Cabinet, and must be at least 35 years old.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Appointment of Governor: The Governor of a State is appointed by the President of India, not the Prime Minister, by warrant under the President’s hand and seal (Article 155). The Prime Minister advises the President, but the formal appointment is made by the President.
Step 2: Age Qualification: There is no constitutional requirement that a Governor must have completed 60 years of age. The Constitution requires only that the Governor be a citizen of India and at least 35 years of age (Article 157).
Thus, both statements (1) and (2) are false.