Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India is re

Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India is regarding the duties of the Chief Minister with respect to the furnishing of information to the Governor ?

Article 195
Article 187
Article 167
Article 165
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UPSC Combined Section Officer – 2024
Article 167 of the Constitution of India is regarding the duties of the Chief Minister with respect to the furnishing of information to the Governor.
Article 167 outlines the duties of the Chief Minister. It states that it shall be the duty of the Chief Minister of each State:
(a) to communicate to the Governor of the State all decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to the administration of the affairs of the State and proposals for legislation;
(b) to furnish such information relating to the administration of the affairs of the State and proposals for legislation as the Governor may call for; and
(c) if the Governor so requires, to submit for the consideration of the Council of Ministers any matter on which a decision has been taken by a Minister but which has not been considered by the Council.
This article defines the formal relationship and communication channels between the Chief Minister (as head of the Council of Ministers) and the Governor (as the constitutional head of the state). It ensures that the Governor is kept informed about the state’s administration and legislative proposals.
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