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International Journal of Humanities & Social Science Studies (IJHSSS)
A Peer-Reviewed Indexed Bi-lingual Bi-Monthly Research Journal
ID: 10.29032
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Volume-XI, Issue-IV, July 2025
Constitutional Office, Political Practice: A Critical Study of the Governor's Role in Contemporary Indian Politics
Shashi Kant Yadav, Senior Research Fellow, Dept. of Political Science, University of Lucknow, India
Received: 21.06.2025
Accepted: 03.07.2025
Published Online: 31.07.2025
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DOI: 10.29032/ijhsss.vol.11.issue.04W.105
ABSTRACT
The Governor of an Indian state holds a pivotal role yet often contentious position in the federal structure of the country. The Governor's role, which the Constitution views as a neutral constitutional head, has come under growing scrutiny because of claims of central intervention and political affiliation. The historical development, current political climate, and constitutional issues pertaining to the governor's position in India are all critically examined in this paper. It also examines important court rulings, case studies of significant disputes, and reform discussions. In the end, this study evaluates whether the governor's function is in line with the spirit of the constitution or if it has evolved into a political maneuver.
 
 
Keywords: Constitution, Power, Politics, Federal, Executive, Centre-State
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