Autobiography of Anandiben Patel

• 03 May 2025

Why in News? 

The autobiographical book 'Chunautiyaan Mujhe Pasand Hain' of Governor Anandiben Patel was released by the Vice President of India at Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow . 

Key Points 

• About the Book: 
  • This book depicts his struggles and achievements in politics, administration and social life . 
  • The book mentions her journey from being a simple worker to becoming the first woman Chief Minister of Gujarat and then Governor of Uttar Pradesh. 
  • It presents examples of women's leadership, struggle and empowerment . 
• Anandiben Patel: 
  • Anandiben Patel is currently the Governor of Uttar Pradesh and is known as an influential woman leader in Indian politics . 
  • She was born on 21 November 1941 in a Patidar family in Kharod village of Mehsana district of Gujarat. 
  •  She launched the e-Zameen programme, which computerised land records and digitised farmers' thumb impressions and photographs . 

 Governor 

• About: 
  • The Governor is the executive head of the state. Traditionally, he should not belong to the state where he is appointed, so that he can remain free from local politics. 
    • Apart from this, while appointing a Governor, it is necessary for the President to consult the Chief Minister regarding the affairs of the state so that constitutional order is ensured in the state. 
  • The Governor is neither directly elected by the people nor is he indirectly elected under the constitutional process like the President.  
  • He is appointed by order of the President under his seal. 
  • He holds office at the pleasure of the President and can be removed by the President at any time. 
• Terms of Governor's Office: 
  • The Raj Bhavan (official corporation) will be available to him without rent. 
  • He shall be entitled to  all emoluments , privileges and allowances as may be determined by the Parliament. 
  • If the person is appointed as the Governor of two or more States, these emoluments and allowances will be provided jointly by the States as per the norms set by the President . 
  • His financial achievements and allowances during his tenure cannot be underestimated. 
• Privilege: 
  • Under Article 361, he enjoys  personal immunity from legal liability for his official acts . 
  • During his term of office, he enjoys immunity from trial in  criminal proceedings (even if involving personal action). 
  • He cannot be arrested and put in jail. 
    • However, civil legal proceedings can be initiated against them for personal activities after giving two months' notice .