Which of the following is not an essential qualification for appointment as a Governor ?

Answer : B

Explanation

The Governor of a State shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal (Article 155). A person to be eligible for appointment as Governor should be citizen of India and has complete age of 35 years (Article 157).

The Chief Minister of a Union Territory where such a set up exists, is appointed by the

Answer : A

Explanation

The Governors and Lieutenant Governors/Administrators of the states and union territories of India have similar powers and functions at the state level as that of the President of India at Union level. Governors exist in the states while lieutenant governors exist in union territories and in the National Capital Territory of Delhi.