Oath or affirmation by the Governor
Quick Summary (TL;DR)
Article 159 (Oath or affirmation by the Governor): Governs the State Executive (Governor, Chief Minister, State Cabinet & Advocate-General) under Part VI.
In Simple Citizen Words
Article 159 ('Oath or affirmation by the Governor') in Part VI, Chapter II regulates the executive government of the States. It defines the office, appointment, tenure, and powers of the Governor, the aid and advice of the State Council of Ministers headed by the Chief Minister, the Advocate-General for the State, and the conduct of state government business. Specifically: Every Governor and every person discharging the functions of the Governor shall, before entering upon his office, make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of the High Court exercising jurisdiction in relation to the State,...
Key Constitutional Provisions
Constitutional Mandate (Art. 159): Directly codifies the legal rule for 'Oath or affirmation by the Governor' under Part VI
Sets a direct, self-contained constitutional command binding on public authorities across India
Backed by independent judicial oversight of the High Courts to protect constitutional legality
Exceptions & Reasonable Restrictions
Under Article 163 and Article 164(2), the Governor acts as a constitutional head on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers collectively responsible to the State Legislative Assembly (Shamsher Singh & Nabam Rebia rulings).
Why This Matters in Daily Life
Ensures that state administration—controlling local police, health, land, and state welfare—remains accountable to voters through the elected State Assembly.
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