The correct answer is option 4. Explanation & Key Takeaways: Governor of the State: • The Governor’s appointment, his powers and everything related to the office of Governor have been discussed under Article 153 to Article 162 of the Indian Constitution. • The role of the Governor is quite similar to that of the President of India. • He is the constitutional head of the state, bound by the advice of his council of ministers. • He functions as a vital link between the Union Government and the State Government. • The governor is neither directly elected by the people nor indirectly elected by a specially constituted electoral college as is the case with the president. • He is appointed by the president by warrant under his hand and seal. • Governor remains in his office until another person takes charge. Hence, statement (d) is correct. • The term of governor's office is normally 5 years but it can be terminated earlier by: Hence, statement (c) is correct. • This term of five years is subject to the pleasure of the President. Hence, statement (a) is correct. • Dismissal by the president on the advice of the council of ministers headed by the prime minister of the country. • Dismissal of governors without a valid reason is not permitted. However, it is the duty of the President to dismiss a governor whose acts are upheld by courts as unconstitutional and malafide. • Resignation by the governor. Hence, statement (b) is correct.