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Dr. Sudha Yadav sworn in as Governor of Karnataka
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Dr. Sudha Yadav sworn in as Governor of Karnataka
Dr. Sudha Yadav took oath as Governor of Karnataka on 16 October 2026.
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Dr.
Sudha Yadav was sworn in as Governor of Karnataka at Raj Bhavan, Bengaluru, on 16 October 2026 after being appointed by President Droupadi Murmu.
A Governor is appointed by the President under Article 155 and holds office during the President's pleasure under Article 156.
Sources: Topper IAS editorial (PIB / The Hindu / Indian Express)
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- Governor
- Article 155
- Article 156
- Karnataka
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Prelims
- Governor, Article 155, Article 156, Karnataka
Mains
Use as an example in GA answers (GS-II: Polity; Governor, Centre-State).
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Answer before you reveal
Consider the following statements about the Governor of a State:
- The Governor is elected by the members of the State Legislative Assembly.
- The Governor holds office for a fixed term that cannot be curtailed by the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: D — The correct answer is Neither 1 nor 2. Under Article 155 the Governor is appointed by the President, and under Article 156 holds office during the President's pleasure, so the five-year term is not fixed against removal.
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