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Article 154: Executive power of State
Vests the executive power of the State in the Governor, exercisable directly or through subordinate officers according to the Constitution.
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What it means
Plain-language explanation
Where you notice it
Daily civic life
How it protects you
Citizen protection
What to remember
Exam and recall pointers
What it means
Simple explanation
Article 154 formally vests State executive power in the Governor, though responsible government works through ministers.
Practical daily-life use
Where citizens notice it
- Explains formal State executive authority.
- Useful for understanding State notifications and executive orders.
How it protects you
Citizen protection context
- Places State executive power within constitutional limits.
- Supports orderly administration through constitutional offices.
Example situations
General civic examples
- A State executive order is issued in the Governor name.
- A civics class distinguishes formal executive power from ministerial responsibility.
Citizen note
Learning note
Read Article 154 with Article 163 and Article 164 to understand real executive functioning.
Exam pointers
What to remember
- Executive power of State is vested in Governor.
- Parliamentary government principles apply at State level too.
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Last reviewed against official sources: 2026-05-20.