Discretionary Powers — Prelims Questions

Consider the following statements about the discretionary powers of the Governor: 1. The Governor's determination of whether a matter requires discretionary action is final and cannot be questioned in any court. 2. Discretionary powers can be exercised only in situations explicitly mentioned in the Constitution. 3. The Governor must consult the Chief Minister before exercising any discretionary power. 4. Discretionary powers are immune from judicial review under all circumstances. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In which of the following situations can the Governor exercise discretionary powers? 1. Appointing the Chief Minister when no party has a clear majority 2. Giving assent to a money bill passed by the state legislature 3. Reserving a bill that may affect the security of the state 4. Dissolving the assembly when the government loses confidence and no alternative can be formed 5. Appointing ministers on the advice of the Chief Minister Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following Supreme Court cases is most relevant to the judicial review of the Governor's discretionary powers?

Consider the following statements about Article 163: 1. It requires the Governor to act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers in all circumstances. 2. It provides exceptions where the Governor can act in his discretion. 3. It makes the Governor's determination of discretionary matters final and non-justiciable. 4. It was amended by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment to reduce discretionary powers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The Governor's power to reserve bills for Presidential consideration under Article 200 is: 1. Mandatory for all bills affecting national security 2. Discretionary and based on the Governor's constitutional judgment 3. Subject to the advice of the Council of Ministers 4. Immune from judicial review under all circumstances