In Relation to the Governor

The Chief Minister enjoys the following powers in relation to the governor:

(a) He is the principal channel of communication between the governor and the council of ministers.7 It is the duty of the Chief Minister:

(i) to communicate to the Governor of the state all decisions of t council of ministers relating to the administration of the affairs the state and proposals for legislation;

(ii) to furnish such information relating to the administration of t affairs of the state and proposals for legislation as the govern may call for; and

(iii) if the governor so requires, to submit for the consideration of t

council of ministers any matter on which a decision has be taken by a minister but which has not been considered by t council.

(b) He advises the governor with regard to the appointment of important officials like advocate general, chairman and members of the state public service commission, state election commissioner, and so on.