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General Knowledge for SSC Exams (The Governor)

The Governor is the nominal executive head of the state and is appointed by the President of India for a term of 5 years. He holds the office with the consent of the President.

Remuneration	Rs. 1,00,000 per month, varying from state to state, in addition he is entitled to free residence, medical facilities and certain other allowances.
Power	medical facilities and certain other allowances. 1. Executive Powers 2. Legislative Powers 3. Financial Powers 4. Judicial Powers 5. Discretionary Powers
President vs.Governor	The Governor has no power to appoint judges of the State High Courts but he is entitled to be consulted by the President. Unlike the President, he has no emergency powers.