Notes and Study material for Exams
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Here Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India. The Queen’s Proclamation of 1858 assured the Indian Princes that their territories will … Read more
The Governor is the head of the State Executive. He is also the representative of the Centre in the state. The Governor acts as the nominal head whereas the real power lies in the hand of the Chief Ministers of the states and the Chief Minister’s Council of Ministers. ARTICLE 153 of the Constitution states … Read more
The Govt. of India Act Gave assurance that there would be no more territorial possessions. Titles were 1858 bestowed on many princes & the right of adoption was accepted. No interference in religious matters. The Indian Council Provided that there was no difference between the central & provincial Act 1861 subjects. … Read more
Powers And Functions Of Chief Minister The Chief Minister is the head of government of a state in India. The Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of the state, but is usually the leader of the party or coalition that has the most seats in the Legislative Assembly of the state. The Chief Minister … Read more
The Governor is the head of state of a state in India. The Governor is appointed by the President of India on the advice of the Central Government. The Governor holds office for a term of five years, but can be reappointed. The Governor has a number of powers and functions, including: Appointing the Chief … Read more