Who was the first Governor of Himachal Pradesh?

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The correct option is 2: S. Chakravarti.
S. Chakravarti (ICS Retd.) was indeed the first Governor of Himachal Pradesh. He assumed office on January 25, 1971, when Himachal Pradesh attained full statehood. His appointment marked a significant administrative milestone for the newly formed state. He served a tenure of 6 years and 22 days, from 1971 to 1977, laying the foundational administrative framework for the state's governance.

The incorrect option is 1: Amin-Ud-Din-Ahmad Khan.
Amin-Ud-Din-Ahmad Khan served as the second Governor of Himachal Pradesh, succeeding S. Chakravarti. His tenure began on February 17, 1977, after the first Governor completed his term. Therefore, he was not the inaugural holder of the office.

The incorrect option is 3: Shiv Pratap Shukla.
Shiv Pratap Shukla is a contemporary political figure and is currently serving as the Governor of Himachal Pradesh. His appointment is much more recent, making him several decades removed from being the first Governor of the state.

The incorrect option is 4: Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar.
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar served as the Governor of Himachal Pradesh immediately preceding Shiv Pratap Shukla. He held the office from 2021 to 2023. This also places him far from being the first Governor, as Himachal Pradesh achieved statehood in 1971.