The Governor had earlier stated that higher education comes under the concurrent list and so, the University Amendment Act requires the Centre's approval. It is in this context that the Governor primarily sought legal advice.
Even though SFI removed the banner, the Raj Bhavan decided to seek an explanation on the matter from Kerala University authorities and the principal of the college.
The ordinance to remove the Governor Arif Mohammed Khan as chancellor of the 14 universities of the state has been sent to the governor himself for his assent.
