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GOVERNOR’S ROLE IN GOVERNMENT FORMATION Why in the News? Tamil Nadu witnessed a hung Assembly after the recent elections, where Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam emerged as the single largest party with 108 seats. After securing support from smaller parties, TVK chief C. Joseph Vijay was invited by Governor Rajendra Arlekar to form the government. The development …
Read MoreTamil Nadu Governor Controversy Syllabus GS 2: Centre-State Relations Why in the News? Recently, controversy arose after the Tamil Nadu Governor delayed inviting the single largest party to form government and demanded majority proof, raising debates on constitutional conventions and gubernatorial powers. Introduction The 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election created an important constitutional debate regarding …
Read MoreWHEN DOES A CHIEF MINISTER CEASE TO HOLD OFFICE? Why in the News? The issue gained attention after Mamata Banerjee stated she would not resign despite electoral defeat in West Bengal Assembly elections. The debate revived questions regarding the Governor’s powers, floor tests, and constitutional conventions related to the office of Chief Minister, similar to …
Read MoreGovernor Bound By Cabinet Advice On Remission: HC Why in News ? The Madras High Court ruled that the Governor is bound by the Council of Ministers’ advice while granting remission under Article 161, resolving conflicting judgments and reaffirming constitutional limits on discretionary powers of Governors. This principle of constitutional restraint mirrors similar limitations seen …
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