Governor of a state in India

The Governor of an Indian state is a ceremonial head appointed by the President of India. They represent the central government at the state level and have duties such as overseeing the functioning of state government, giving assent to laws passed by the state legislature, and ensuring the constitution is upheld. While most powers are exercised based on advice from the state’s Chief Minister and Council of Ministers, the Governor also has some discretionary powers in special situations. Essentially, the Governor acts as a link between the central government and the state government, maintaining constitutional balance and stability.