[Solved] While appointing a Governor, the President generally consults the Chief Minister of the State. This is :

Q.	While appointing a Governor, the President generally consults the Chief Minister of the State. This is :
A.	constitutionally imperative
B.	a matter of convention
C.	because Parliament has legislated to the effect
D.	a duty of the President
Answer» B. a matter of convention

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