End of chapter: On Governors and reshuffle
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Why in news
The Union Government transferred Governor R.N. Ravi from Tamil Nadu to West Bengal following the resignation of C.V. Ananda Bose, amid reports of political tensions between governors and state governments.
Background
R.N. Ravi was transferred from Tamil Nadu to West Bengal. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, the Governor of Kerala, was assigned additional charge of Tamil Nadu. These changes occurred in the lead-up to elections in several states.
Facts for Prelims
- PostR.N. Ravi: Governor of West Bengal (transferred from Tamil Nadu)
- PostRajendra Vishwanath Arlekar: Governor of Kerala (holding additional charge of Tamil Nadu)
- FactC.V. Ananda Bose: Former Governor of Tamil Nadu who resigned
For Mains
Q. Analyze the constitutional role of the Governor as a bridge between the Union and States, and discuss the implications of frequent gubernatorial transfers on federal relations.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Federal friction: Conflict between discretionary gubernatorial powers and state executive autonomy
- Institutional instability: Impact of frequent transfers on the continuity of state-level constitutional oversight
Keywords: Federalism · Constitutional Morality · Discretionary Powers · State-Centre Relations · Executive Federalism
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