TGPSC Group-I 2022 · Question 45 of 140

Which of the following is NOT an essential qualification for appointment as a Governor ?

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AHe/She must not be a member of Legislature or Parliament.
BHe/She should be a citizen of India and completed 35 years of age.
CHe/She should have a domicile of the state to which he/she is being appointed.Correct
DHe/She shall not be holding any office of profit under Central, State or Local Government.

Answer: C. He/She should have a domicile of the state to which he/she is being appointed.

Explanation

Essential qualifications for Governor: citizen of India, 35+ years of age, not a member of Parliament/legislature, and not holding an office of profit. There is NO requirement of domicile in the state of appointment. Answer: (3).

Source: TGPSC Group-I 2022 Prelims (Master Paper, Notification No. 04/2022)

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