Q. Who promulgates ordinance in states

A
Governor
B
Chief Minister
C
President
D
Chief Justice
Solution:
  • The Governors of the states of India have similar powers and functions at the state level as those of the President of India at Union level.
  • The governor acts as the nominal head whereas the real power lies with the Chief ministers of the states and his/her councils of ministers.
  • Article 213 of constitution empowers the governor of a state to promulgate ordinances when the state legislature is not in session.
  • This is the most important legislative power of the governor.
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