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SG: by very nature and function of Governor, a writ of mandamus can't be filed and therefore, Article 226 would not lie. In this context, I have cited laws- here, governor who could not join as party- the two judge says the Governor will have to come and explain!

SR Bommai referred.

J Narasimha: are you saying that for all directions for Article 131?

SG: Article 131, mylords examine dispute between Union and State but Governor does not present the Union but the President.

CJI: How does he not represent the GOI? It is the GOI which entrust the authority to the Governor

SG: constitutionally speaking

CJI: in constituent assembly debates, framers said Governor is the vital link between Union and State.

SG: Is the Governor bound by aid and advise of Union Cabinet? Governor can either decide on aid and advise of State or his own discretion. He is reporting and answerable to the President.