(1) The Chief of State shall
exercise such powers and perform such duties as conferred to him or her pursuant
to this Constitution or law.
(2) In exercising the powers or duties under clause
(1), the Chief of
State shall perform all other functions to be performed by him or her on
recommendation and with the consent of the State Council of Ministers than those
functions specifically provided to be performed on recommendation of any body
or official pursuant to this Constitution or law. Such recommendation and consent
shall be submitted through the Chief Minister.
(3) Any decision or order to be issued in the name of the Chief of State
under clause (2) and other instrument of authorization pertaining thereto shall be
authenticated as provided for in the State law.