The question asks to identify the correct statements regarding the Governor's powers and emoluments. We need to recall the constitutional provisions related to the Governor's immunities and financial security.
C) Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct as per the provisions of the Indian Constitution (Article 361 for criminal proceedings immunity and Article 158(4) for non-diminution of emoluments).
The question asks to identify the specific Article in the Indian Constitution that grants the Governor the power to grant pardons. This requires knowledge of the constitutional provisions related to the powers of the Governor.
B) Article 161 — This Article directly deals with the Governor's power to grant pardons and other related powers in the context of state laws.
The question asks to identify the Article of the Indian Constitution that deals with the executive power of the state. To answer this, we need to recall the specific Articles related to the Governor and the executive powers of the state government.
B) Article 154: This Article clearly vests the executive power of the state in the Governor and outlines how it is to be exercised, making it the correct answer.
The question asks to identify the discretionary powers of the Governor of a State from the given options. Discretionary powers are those that the Governor can exercise without the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.
Based on this analysis, statements 1 and 3 represent discretionary powers of the Governor.
B) 1 and 3 only. Both sending a report for President's rule and reserving bills for Presidential consideration are explicit discretionary powers of the Governor.
The question asks about the authority responsible for removing a state Governor from office in India. This falls under the constitutional provisions related to the Governor's appointment and tenure.
Correct Option: C) The President of India has the power to remove the Governor of a state from office, as the Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President.
The question asks about the constitutional provisions regarding the appointment of district judges by the Governor. We need to identify which authority the Governor is mandated to consult according to the Indian Constitution.
Correct Option: C) State High Court