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Politics & government

Governor

The constitutional head of an Indian state, appointed by the President. A governor appoints the chief minister, gives assent to state bills or reserves them for the President, and can recommend President’s Rule.

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How a state government is formed

The governor’s invitation, the floor test, the size of the cabinet and what happens when the machinery breaks down.

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