• The governor is the representative of the President of India in a state, and his role is primarily to ensure the smooth functioning of the state's administration.
• Unlike the President, who is elected by an Electoral College comprising of the elected members of both the Houses of Parliament and the State Legislatures, the governor is appointed by the President.
• The governor's role is defined by the Constitution of India, and he is bound to function according to its provisions.
• The governor's powers are both discretionary and binding.
• He is empowered to appoint the Chief Minister and other ministers in consultation with the Chief Minister
• He can also ask the Chief Minister to prove his majority on the floor of the State Assembly if he has any doubts about the stability of the government.
• The governor is also responsible for maintaining law and order in his state, and he can declare a state of emergency or recommend President's Rule if he is satisfied that the constitutional machinery in the state has broken down.
• The President of India, on the other hand, is the head of the Indian Republic and the Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
• He plays a largely ceremonial role and acts as a unifying force for the country.
• His roles and powers are defined by the Constitution, and he is responsible for appointing various high-level officials of the government.