Droupadi Murmu appoints BJP leader Sudha Yadav as Karnataka’s next Governor
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Executive (President, PM, Governor, CM)· Prelims·
Federalism and the constitutional role of the Governor: a key GS2 topic regarding state-union relations.
Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu appointed Sudha Yadav as the Governor of Karnataka, replacing ThaawarChand Gehlot.
Background
Sudha Yadav is a former MP (1999-2004) and a former member of the National Commission for Backward Classes. She is the second woman to serve as the Governor of Karnataka, following V.S. Rama Devi.
Facts for Prelims
- PostSudha Yadav: Appointed as Governor of Karnataka by President Droupadi Murmu
- FactSudha Yadav served as MP for Mahendragarh between 1999 and 2004
- BodyNational Commission for Backward Classes: Former membership held by Sudha Yadav
- FactV.S. Rama Devi: First woman Governor of Karnataka (served 1999-2002)
- FactThaawarChand Gehlot: Served as Governor of Karnataka since July 21, 2021
Prelims practice question
Which body was Sudha Yadav a former member of before her appointment as Governor?
- (a)National Human Rights Commission
- (b)National Commission for Backward Classes
- (c)National Commission for Scheduled Castes
- (d)National Commission for Women
Show answer
Answer: (b) National Commission for Backward Classes — The note states that Sudha Yadav was a former member of the National Commission for Backward Classes.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the constitutional role of the Governor as a bridge between the Union and the States, highlighting the significance of gubernatorial appointments in the Indian federal structure.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Constitutional friction: Balancing the Governor's discretionary powers with the mandate of the elected state government
- Representation dynamics: The role of gubernatorial appointments in ensuring diversity and inclusivity in high constitutional offices
Keywords: Constitutional role · Federalism · Executive powers · Gubernatorial appointment · Representation
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