What responsibilities does the governor of Jharkhand have?

In Jharkhand, as in other Indian states, the governor serves as the constitutional head of the state. Appointed by the president of India, the governor acts as a vital link between the central and state governments, facilitating communication and conflict resolution.12

While all executive actions in the state are conducted in the governor's name, the chief minister and the Council of Ministers serve as the real executive authority. The governor generally functions on their advice, though they retain certain discretionary powers. Key responsibilities include:34

• Executive and Appointment Duties: The governor appoints the chief minister and acts on their advice regarding state administration.13
• Legislative Powers: The governor summons or dissolves the state legislature, addresses its sessions, and may issue ordinances when the legislature is not in session. They also play a role in the legislative process by approving or withholding assent to bills and may reserve specific bills for the president’s consideration.5
• Judicial and Oversight Roles: The governor decides on the disqualification of legislators based on election commission advice and presents various official reports—such as those from the state finance commission—to the legislature.5