📜 Article 176 of the Indian Constitution
Title: Special Address by the Governor
🔹 Text Summary of Article 176:
Article 176 mandates that the Governor of a State shall address the State Legislature at certain key occasions, similar to how the President addresses Parliament under Article 87.
📌 Clause-wise Breakdown:
| Clause | Provision |
|---|---|
| (1) | At the commencement of the first session after each general election to the Legislative Assembly, and at the first session of each year, the Governor shall address both Houses of the Legislature assembled together and inform them of the reasons for summoning. |
| (2) | The rules of procedure in the Legislature shall provide for the discussion of matters referred to in the Governor's address. |
🧠 Key Takeaways:
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The Governor’s Address outlines the government’s agenda, policies, and legislative priorities.
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Delivered at:
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First session after state assembly elections.
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First session every calendar year (usually the Budget Session).
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This is a constitutional requirement, not just a formality.
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Sets the stage for a motion of thanks and debate in the Assembly.
🏛️ Similar to:
| Article | Applies To | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 87 | President (Parliament) | Special address in Parliament |
| 176 | Governor (State) | Special address in State Assembly |
📚 Real-World Example:
At the start of a new government, the Governor outlines plans like:
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New welfare schemes
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Budget priorities
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Infrastructure development
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Law and order measures
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