Constitution of India, 1949
159. Oath or affirmation by Governor.-
Every Governor and every person discharging
the functions of the Governor shall, before entering upon his office, make and
subscribe in the presence of the chief Justice of the High Court exercising
jurisdiction in relation to the State, or, in his absence, the senior most
Judge of that court available, an oath or affirmation in the following form,
that is to say-swear in the name of God "I, A.B., do
------------------------ that I solemnly affirm will faithfully execute the
office of Governor (or discharge the functions of the Governor) of .........
(name of the State) and will to the best of my ability preserve, protect and
defend the Constitution and the law and that I will devote myself to the
service and well-being of the people of ....... (name of the State)."