Governor's Legislative Powers: Identifying the Incorrect Statement

This question tests the understanding of the Governor's powers concerning the State Legislature, specifically the dissolution and prorogation of the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council.

Analysis of Governor's Powers

• Prorogation: The Governor has the power to prorogue both the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council. This means ending a session of the House. Therefore, statements 1 and 2 are correct. (Article 174(1) of the Constitution)
• Dissolution of Legislative Assembly: The Governor can dissolve the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), which is a temporary House. Therefore, statement 4 is correct. (Article 174(2)(a) of the Constitution)
• Dissolution of Legislative Council: The Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) is a permanent body, similar to the Rajya Sabha at the Union level. It cannot be dissolved by the Governor. Its existence can only be abolished or created by an Act of Parliament. Therefore, the statement that the Governor can dissolve the Legislative Council is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.

Conclusion

The incorrect statement is that the Governor can dissolve the Legislative Council of a state, as the Legislative Council is a permanent House and cannot be dissolved.