Question

Who administers the oath of the Governor has at the time of taking his post?

1. Chief Minister of the State
2. President of India
3. Chief Justice of High Court of the state
4. State Lokayukta

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 3: Chief Justice of High Court of the state

Detailed Solution

The correct answer is Chief Justice of High Court of the state.

Governor Oath or Affirmation

Before assuming office, the Governor must make and subscribe to an oath or affirmation, pledging to faithfully execute the office, to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and the law, and to dedicate themselves to the service and well-being of the people of the state.

This oath is administered by the Chief Justice of the High Court of the concerned state, or, if unavailable, by the senior-most judge of that court.

Moreover, any individual performing the duties of the Governor also takes a similar oath or affirmation.

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