The Governor:
Role: The constitutional head of the state, mirroring the President’s role at the Union level.
Appointment: Appointed by the President of India (on the advice of the Union government) for a 5-year term. The Governor is not elected.
The Chief Minister (CM):
Role: The real head of the state government, mirroring the Prime Minister’s role.
Appointment: Appointed by the Governor (who, by convention, selects the leader of the majority party in the State Legislative Assembly).
The State Council of Ministers:
Role: Headed by the Chief Minister, this body aids and advises the Governor. It is collectively responsible to the state’s legislative assembly.