The Governor's office is neither decorative nor inconsequential; it assumes a constitutional role of profound essence. To what extent does the Governor actively contribute to the governance of a state and reinforce the principles of federalism in the country?

Article 155 provides for an office of governor that received executive authority in the state. Governor's office actively contributing to governance of state: (1) Article 213, governor have the power to promulgate ordinance. (2) Article 200, governor having the power to return bills for consideration of President. (3) Effective governance over tribal areas under 5th and 6th Schedule. (4) Submitting a report to president. (5) Acting as the VC of the State Universities. (6) Conducting a confidence motion to see the feasibility of formation of government.

Extent to which governor contributing to the governance and reinforcing federalism: (1) Receiving of NEET bill for consideration of President. (2) As L-G, Delhi government complained about its role in preventing teachers from taking hearing in Finland. (3) Causing fall of government in Maharashtra. (4) Dismissal of VCF in state universities, eg. in Kerala. In Nabam Rebia SC held that governor must exercise its discretionary powers with caution and for good governance.