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How is a Governor Appointed? Everything You Need to Know
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News18•13-10-2026, 16:41
How is a Governor Appointed? Everything You Need to Know
- •The Governor is the constitutional head of the state, described under Part VI of the Constitution of India.
- •The Governor is appointed by the President of India on the advice of the central government for a tenure of five years.
- •To become a Governor, a person must be an Indian citizen and must have completed 35 years of age.
- •Dr. Sudha Yadav has been appointed as the new Governor of Karnataka following the retirement of Thawar Chand Gehlot.
- •The Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President and submits their resignation to the President.
Key Questions Answered
Dr. Sudha Yadav was appointed as the new Governor of Karnataka by President Droupadi Murmu on October 12, 2026, following the retirement of Thawar Chand Gehlot.
According to Article 157 of the Constitution, a person must be an Indian citizen, have completed 35 years of age, not be a member of Parliament or any state legislature, and not hold any office of profit.
The Governor submits their resignation directly to the President of India.
