Mention the situations to when a Governor can use his discretionary powers.

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If any party does not get the absolute majority or the winning is unable to choose its leader, the Governor can appoint chief minister of his own choice.
If constitutional machinery fails in the state, the Governor immediately sends the report to the President and he is not bound to consult with the council of ministers under such circumstances, he can work independently.
If the President declares emergency in the state, the Governor acts as an agent to the president in place to act in accordance with the advice of council of ministers.


If the Governor feels some bills to be contradictory to the Central Government, he can reserve this bill for the approval of the President.