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Before its reorganisation in 2019, who appointed the Governor of the State of Jammu and Kashmir?

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Before its reorganisation in 2019, who appointed the Governor of the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
  1. Chief Minister of the State
  2. Chief Justice of the High Court
  3. President
  4. Prime Minister

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Correct answer: C - President
The Governor of every State, including Jammu and Kashmir under its then special status, is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal. Since 31 October 2019 (Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, after Article 370 was made inoperative) Jammu and Kashmir is a Union Territory headed by a Lieutenant Governor, who is also appointed by the President.

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