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Constitution & PolityEXAMINEYear 201410 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder
Discuss the recommendations of the Sarkaria Commission and Punchhi Commission regarding the appointment and role of the Governor.
Exact Syllabus Pointer
Historical underpinnings, basic structure, fundamental rights, directive principles, federalism, inter-state relations, constitutional amendments.
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Discovered through overlapping concepts: Office of the Governor, Sarkaria Commission, Punchhi Commission
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