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The Governor of a State is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and ______.

  1. Seal of the State
  2. Seal of the Union
  3. Signature of the Prime Minister
  4. Advice of the Council of Ministers

Answer: Seal of the Union

Article 155 states: 'The Governor of a State shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.' The 'seal' refers to the Seal of the Union (not State), emphasizing that the Governor is a Union appointee representing the Centre in the State. This reflects the federal balance in India's quasi-federal structure.

Topic Governor
Exam Relevance Precise appointment procedure question for SSC and UPSC; tests constitutional formalities in federal appointments

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