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State executive (Governor): Who administers the oath of office to a State Governor in India? Identify the constitutional functionary who normally conducts the swearing-in ceremony. Choose the correct option.

Difficulty: Easy

Chief Justice of India
President of India
Chief Justice of the High Court
Speaker of the Legislative Assembly

Correct Answer: Chief Justice of the High Court

Explanation:

Given data

Oath-taking for a State Governor.

Concept/Approach
By convention and practice under the Constitution, the Chief Justice of the State High Court administers the oath to the Governor (or, in his absence, the senior-most judge of the High Court).

Final Answer
Chief Justice of the High Court

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