Q41.
Consider the following statements: 1. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any court during his term of office. 2. The emoluments and allowances of the Governor of a State shall not be diminished during his term of office. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer
C
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: During his term of office, the Governor is immune from any criminal proceedings, even in respect of his personal acts. Statement 2 is correct: The Governor's emoluments and allowances cannot be diminished during his term of office.