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Vaishali Kabeer Sridhar
Asked: 2022-10-31T20:42:17+05:30 In:

Consider the following statements

1. The total number of the ministers including the Prime Minister, in the council of ministers shall not exceed 20% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha.

2. The ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the Prime Minister.

Which among the above is/are correct?


1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Consider the following statements

1. The total number of the ministers including the Prime Minister, in the council of ministers shall not exceed 20% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha.

2. The ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the Prime Minister.

Which among the above is/are correct?


1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2
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  1. Correct Answer – Option 4 : Neither 1 nor 2

    The correct answer is Neither 1 nor 2.

    • The Constitution of India does not contain any specific procedure for the selection and appointment of the Prime Minister.
    • However, Article 75 says that the Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President.
    • Article 75 talks about provisions related to the council of ministers.
      • The total number of the ministers including the Prime Minister, in the council of ministers, shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
      • The ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the President. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
      • The council of ministers shall be collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha.
    • Article 74 says that a council of ministers with the PM at the head would aid and advise the President.
    • Article 77 talks about the conduct of the business of the Government of India.
    • Article 78 talks about the duties of the Prime Minister.
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